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Crime Son of Prominent MP Sparks Violence at Songkhla Polling Station
UPDATE Election Commission Confirms Councillor’s Degree Is Genuine Amid Broader Investigations Picture courtesy of Khaosod. The Songkhla Election Commission has confirmed that the academic qualifications submitted by Provincial Councillor Siradanai Plaiduang, commonly known as “Sor Golf”, are authentic following a formal investigation triggered by public concern. The probe was launched after Mr. Chotinarin Kerdsom, Governor of Songkhla, along with the Department of Provincial Administration, local agencies and members of the public, requested that the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) verify Councillor Golf’s academic credentials used in his candidacy for the Songkhla Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) representing Hat Yai’s District 7. There had been widespread suspicion that Mr. Siradanai had submitted a falsified degree certificate to qualify for the election, prompting calls for criminal proceedings and removal from office if the allegations proved true. Pol. Lt. Col. Somnuek Kulmanee, Director of the Songkhla Provincial Election Commission, confirmed that an investigation had been conducted. Mr. Siradanai had submitted a bachelor’s degree from a university in Nakhon Si Thammarat as part of his application. The Election Commission formally contacted the university, which verified that Mr. Siradanai had indeed graduated, using a valid high school diploma from Thailand’s Non-Formal and Informal Education (NFE) programme. The NFE institution also confirmed the authenticity of his secondary education qualification in a separate letter to the commission. The Election Commission concluded that there were no irregularities concerning his educational background. However, the case does not end there. Mr. Siradanai remains under investigation in separate legal matters. Notably, Thailand’s Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau has reportedly issued an arrest warrant linking him to illegal online gambling operations, with clear financial trails allegedly connecting him to direct profits from the platforms. The Election Commission has stated it will continue to cooperate with law enforcement and relevant agencies in addressing any further allegations or legal breaches involving Mr. Siradanai. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-25. -
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Raid in Bangkok Shopping Mall Uncovers Counterfeit Luxury Goods – Widespread Bribery Exposed Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A large-scale operation by authorities has uncovered a major counterfeit goods ring operating openly in a prominent Bangkok shopping mall. The raid, led by a government special task force, revealed the sale of fake luxury handbags and watches, alongside widespread corruption involving multiple government agencies. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361685-raid-in-bangkok-shopping-mall-uncovers-counterfeit-luxury-goods-–-widespread-bribery-exposed/ -
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Crime Raid in Bangkok Shopping Mall Uncovers Counterfeit Luxury Goods – Widespread Bribery Exposed
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A large-scale operation by authorities has uncovered a major counterfeit goods ring operating openly in a prominent Bangkok shopping mall. The raid, led by a government special task force, revealed the sale of fake luxury handbags and watches, alongside widespread corruption involving multiple government agencies. Mr. Jirayu Huangsub, spokesman for the Office of the Prime Minister, revealed that the government under Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is intensifying efforts to tackle all forms of intellectual property violations in line with World Trade Organisation (WTO) obligations. The crackdown followed over 2,000 complaints received via the Prime Minister’s complaint centre (hotline 1111), many of which involved allegations of bribery to avoid prosecution. Bribes reportedly allowed illegal businesses to continue operating freely, including websites offering pornography, online gambling and unauthorised electronic cigarette sales. Some businesses allegedly paid monthly bribes of 50,000–100,000 baht per shop, contributing to an illicit flow of at least 200 million baht per year per area. A joint task force consisting of the Ministry of Commerce, the Royal Thai Police, the Prime Minister’s Office, and the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD), supported by over 150 officers, carried out the raid on the mall, targeting four floors known for openly selling counterfeit brand-name products. Items seized included fake luxury handbags, watches and travel gear. Officials discovered that several shop owners were foreigners acting as frontmen, especially English-speaking staff, used to attract international customers. Authorities believe these individuals entered the country posing as tourists but were actually working illegally. It was also confirmed that many of these operations were paying bribes to named officials, referred to in reports as Ms A, Mr T and Inspector N. Mr. Jirayu stressed that the government is determined to crack down on such corruption. The operation aims to move Thailand off the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR) Watch List, under Special 301provisions, where it currently remains due to ongoing concerns over intellectual property rights enforcement. He noted that while the USTR still lists Thailand as a country of concern, it has acknowledged the government’s progress. Recent reforms include amendments to copyright and patent laws, as well as improvements in the regulation of Collective Management Organisations (CMOs) to ensure transparency in music royalties collection. Efforts are also being made to dismantle transnational criminal networks exploiting the Thai legal and economic systems, using counterfeit trade as a cover for wider criminal activity, including human trafficking and illegal labour. Authorities warned that government officials found complicit in accepting bribes will be held accountable. Citizens are encouraged to report any sightings of counterfeit goods or corrupt officials via the Prime Minister’s Office hotline (1111). Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-25. -
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Police Raid Gun Trafficking Operation, Illegal Weapons Sold to Teens via Facebook Picture courtesy of Khaosod. Police have dismantled a clandestine firearms trafficking network dubbed “Ngor Wat Tuek”, arresting a 45-year-old man accused of illegally selling weapons, including modified guns and ammunition, through Facebook groups aimed at young buyers. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361684-police-raid-gun-trafficking-operation-illegal-weapons-sold-to-teens-via-facebook/ -
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Crime Police Raid Gun Trafficking Operation, Illegal Weapons Sold to Teens via Facebook
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. Police have dismantled a clandestine firearms trafficking network dubbed “Ngor Wat Tuek”, arresting a 45-year-old man accused of illegally selling weapons, including modified guns and ammunition, through Facebook groups aimed at young buyers. The operation was launched under the direction of Pol Lt Gen Siam Boonsom, Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, along with key officers from the Division of Special Investigation (DSI). Mr Thanongsak, also known as “Ngor”, was apprehended on 22 May at 21:10 outside a convenience store in Bang Phai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province. Authorities seized a large cache of illegal weapons and related items, including: • A Mossberg shotgun with registration. • A modified Sig Sauer P365 semi-automatic pistol (.380 calibre). • A Gorinco 9mm semi-automatic pistol with registration. • A Taurus Brasil .38 calibre revolver (unregistered). • Several boxes of ammunition, totalling over 200 roundsacross various calibres (.38, .340, .380, 12-gauge). • A sparta knife. • A dismantled M4 replica intended to be converted into a real firearm. The suspect had allegedly been advertising guns in a Facebook group called “Thai Homemade Guns and Blank Gun Modifications”. Under the alias “Sirisak”, police officers, posing as buyers, contacted him and negotiated a deal for 60,000 baht. The exchange was arranged at the convenience store where he was eventually caught with the weapons hidden in a box wrapped in second-hand clothing. During questioning, Mr Thanongsak confessed to selling illegal firearms for several years. He claimed that his initial interest stemmed from a desire to protect his family, which includes three teenage sons. Financial difficulties and access to online gun communities led him to begin manufacturing and selling weapons, with prices ranging from 20,000 to 100,000 baht. Police have charged him with multiple firearms offences, including: • Illegal sale of firearms and ammunition without proper authorisation. • Possession of firearms and ammunition without a licence. • Carrying weapons in public without legitimate reason or permission. Mr Thanongsak and the confiscated items have been transferred to Bang Si Mueang Police Station for further legal proceedings. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-25.
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