Thai Police Chief Launches Crackdown on Foreign Criminals in 15-Point Plan

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

Thailand’s National Police Chief, Pol Gen Kittirat Panpet, has introduced a robust 15-point strategy to crack down on foreign criminals, combat cross-border crime, and enhance public safety.

 

Announced on 4 November, the plan emphasises stricter immigration control, intensified surveillance of criminal networks involving foreigners, and increased cooperation with border and immigration authorities to prevent illegal entry.

 

Pol Gen Kittirat, speaking at National Police Headquarters in Bangkok, outlined his vision for the fiscal year 2025, calling for stronger security measures and police reforms that prioritise public safety and transparency.

 

The 15-point agenda underscores his commitment to tackling organised crime, especially when it involves foreign nationals engaged in unlawful activities in Thailand. Senior police officials from across the nation attended the meeting, signalling a united front in the intensified effort.

 

The police chief specifically addressed the problem of foreign criminals who enter Thailand illegally or violate visa conditions, saying these individuals pose risks to Thai communities and the economy.

 

In response, the Immigration Bureau and Tourist Police have been instructed to take a hard line on undocumented workers and foreign criminals, preventing unauthorised entry and swiftly apprehending those who engage in illegal activities.

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

According to Gen Kittirat, this crackdown will target those who disrupt the lives of Thai citizens, engage in organised crime, or unfairly compete in the local job market.

 

The new policy also includes a campaign to enhance the integrity and professionalism of the police force. Gen Kittirat highlighted the need for officers to set a high standard, warning that corruption or misconduct would not be tolerated.

 

He reiterated that police must work transparently to gain the public's trust, stating, "We are building a new generation of police who serve the community with honesty and dedication."

 

Further measures involve increased monitoring of key areas where foreign criminals are known to operate, and coordination with neighbouring countries to prevent cross-border crime.

 

Gen Kittirat's team has been tasked with tightening security protocols along Thailand's borders and ensuring that police are prepared to respond to emerging threats. 

 

A central component of the plan is the development of a new "Cyber Check" app, expected to launch in the coming year, aimed at safeguarding personal data for Thai citizens.

 

This tool will help protect individuals from online fraud and misuse of personal information by enabling users to verify phone numbers and bank details.

 

Gen Kittirat also prioritised fair treatment for law-abiding foreign nationals, urging officers to treat them respectfully and adhere to lawful procedures. However, he underscored that anyone found violating the law, regardless of nationality, would face strict penalties.

 

The policy marks a shift in Thailand's approach to foreign-related crime, signalling a tougher stance against those who unlawfully enter or engage in criminal activity within the country, reported Daily News.

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

-- 2024-11-05

 

 

[Geoffggi]

20 minutes ago, webfact said:

He reiterated that police must work transparently to gain the public's trust, stating, "We are building a new generation of police who serve the community with honesty and dedication."

Sounds wonderful, however, reality is another matter .............LOL

[Rampant Rabbit]

pathetic, this clearly  requires a 16 point  plan

[lordgrinz]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

The new policy also includes a campaign to enhance the integrity and professionalism of the police force. Gen Kittirat highlighted the need for officers to set a high standard, warning that corruption or misconduct would not be tolerated.

 

He reiterated that police must work transparently to gain the public's trust, stating, "We are building a new generation of police who serve the community with honesty and dedication."

 

I think I almost died laughing at this dribble, the RTP isn't even a police force, it's a mafia. They don't "serve the community", they serve themselves, and they have no intention of having "integrity and professionalism". What they need to do is weed out the "criminals" in their own agency, but that would be like paddling up river without an oar.

[quake]

Yes, The wide awake club will be right on the case.

 

[quake]

Quote

We are building a new generation of police who serve the community with honesty and dedication

 

[fondue zoo]

1 hour ago, Rampant Rabbit said:

pathetic, this clearly  requires a 16 point  plan

 

This captures the expressions on the faces of everyone in that second photo, except for Mr. Sleepy, of course

[OneMoreFarang]

It's almost funny when they have crackdowns on this and that. Like, normally we don't enforce those laws, but now we announce that we will enforce them - at least for a short time. TiT

[Gottfrid]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

The police chief specifically addressed the problem of foreign criminals who enter Thailand illegally or violate visa conditions, saying these individuals pose risks to Thai communities and the economy.

Oki doki. What´s next? The 1001 point plan to address Thai criminality?

[hellohello123]

So cops until now would ignore if they saw a crime in progress done by a foreigner?

 

 

[RJRS1301]

3 hours ago, quake said:

Yes, The wide awake club will be right on the case.

 

Bored with recycled rhetoric and needs a feed, lacking calories

[Homburg]

Any chance of a strategy to crackdown on Thai criminals?  No, thought not.

[sandrew33]

I’m not sure they need a 15 point plan to spot the African crime gangs and their employees. Just walk down Soi 4, cross Suk Road and walk down to Soi 13 with some Police detouring down Soi 11 and you’d identify about 300+ crims on any given evening. 
 

And if they need a 15 point plan to identify the criminals in Pattaya well they really aren’t fit to be Police 🤷🏻‍♂️:) 

[outsider]

Reading the drivel gives one the impression that only foreigners commit crime in Thailand. This brown pillar of corruption can't even eradicate the local motorcy and taxi mafias, and they want to go for the big bosses?! I am impressed by one thing though - how they are not embarrassed by their own bumbling ways and antics. 

[Andrew65]

If the Devil were to cast his net in Thailand...

Edited Tuesday at 04:58 AM by Andrew65

[iaminwa]

Simple - Criminal History Check required from your home country before being allowed into Thailand.

 

This is the case in the UK, USA, Australia etc if you want to move to those countries or are applying for a visa to them.

[lch]

3 hours ago, fondue zoo said:

 

This captures the expressions on the faces of everyone in that second photo, except for Mr. Sleepy, of course

Nah 17 at least!

[madone]

3 hours ago, lordgrinz said:

 

I think I almost died laughing at this dribble, the RTP isn't even a police force, it's a mafia. They don't "serve the community", they serve themselves, and they have no intention of having "integrity and professionalism". What they need to do is weed out the "criminals" in their own agency, but that would be like paddling up river without an oar.

 

drivel. Not dribble. drivel.

[lch]

3 hours ago, quake said:

 

Does that mean they do not have to buy their possitions anymore?

[lch]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

Thailand’s National Police Chief, Pol Gen Kittirat Panpet, has introduced a robust 15-point strategy to crack down on foreign criminals, combat cross-border crime, and enhance public safety.

 

Announced on 4 November, the plan emphasises stricter immigration control, intensified surveillance of criminal networks involving foreigners, and increased cooperation with border and immigration authorities to prevent illegal entry.

 

Pol Gen Kittirat, speaking at National Police Headquarters in Bangkok, outlined his vision for the fiscal year 2025, calling for stronger security measures and police reforms that prioritise public safety and transparency.

 

The 15-point agenda underscores his commitment to tackling organised crime, especially when it involves foreign nationals engaged in unlawful activities in Thailand. Senior police officials from across the nation attended the meeting, signalling a united front in the intensified effort.

 

The police chief specifically addressed the problem of foreign criminals who enter Thailand illegally or violate visa conditions, saying these individuals pose risks to Thai communities and the economy.

 

In response, the Immigration Bureau and Tourist Police have been instructed to take a hard line on undocumented workers and foreign criminals, preventing unauthorised entry and swiftly apprehending those who engage in illegal activities.

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

According to Gen Kittirat, this crackdown will target those who disrupt the lives of Thai citizens, engage in organised crime, or unfairly compete in the local job market.

 

The new policy also includes a campaign to enhance the integrity and professionalism of the police force. Gen Kittirat highlighted the need for officers to set a high standard, warning that corruption or misconduct would not be tolerated.

 

He reiterated that police must work transparently to gain the public's trust, stating, "We are building a new generation of police who serve the community with honesty and dedication."

 

Further measures involve increased monitoring of key areas where foreign criminals are known to operate, and coordination with neighbouring countries to prevent cross-border crime.

 

Gen Kittirat's team has been tasked with tightening security protocols along Thailand's borders and ensuring that police are prepared to respond to emerging threats. 

 

A central component of the plan is the development of a new "Cyber Check" app, expected to launch in the coming year, aimed at safeguarding personal data for Thai citizens.

 

This tool will help protect individuals from online fraud and misuse of personal information by enabling users to verify phone numbers and bank details.

 

Gen Kittirat also prioritised fair treatment for law-abiding foreign nationals, urging officers to treat them respectfully and adhere to lawful procedures. However, he underscored that anyone found violating the law, regardless of nationality, would face strict penalties.

 

The policy marks a shift in Thailand's approach to foreign-related crime, signalling a tougher stance against those who unlawfully enter or engage in criminal activity within the country, reported Daily News.

 

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

-- 2024-11-05

 

 

Why not start with the tens of millions of road violations EVERY DAY, they soon would be a rich first world country!

[lch]

3 minutes ago, madone said:

 

drivel. Not dribble. drivel.

Oh, your so right.

[Andrew65]

11 minutes ago, iaminwa said:

Simple - Criminal History Check required from your home country before being allowed into Thailand.

 

This is the case in the UK, USA, Australia etc if you want to move to those countries or are applying for a visa to them.

But that would potentially greatly reduce tourist arrrivals into Thailand (AKA money).

Edited Tuesday at 05:11 AM by Andrew65

[LudwigK]

VISIONARY 😝

[Nickcage49]

Another crackdown. Yawn.

[Felton Jarvis]

Anti-foreigner paranoia is at fever pitch in Thailand. They cannot resist the urge to destroy their own economy.  It's a truly pathetic mindset.

[Andrew65]

17 minutes ago, sandrew33 said:

I’m not sure they need a 15 point plan to spot the African crime gangs and their employees. Just walk down Soi 4, cross Suk Road and walk down to Soi 13 with some Police detouring down Soi 11 and you’d identify about 300+ crims on any given evening. 
 

And if they need a 15 point plan to identify the criminals in Pattaya well they really aren’t fit to be Police 🤷🏻‍♂️🙂

Many years ago I was playing Pool at the New Wave Bar in Sukhumvit Soi 7, BKK. A young (African) black guy and who he said was his sister were also playing Pool, I suspected that he was pimping her, and that she wasn't really his sister.

[Guderian]

My gosh, all this effort and focus on foreign criminals must be exhausting, it's a good job the Thai people are all so completely honest and law abiding or the RTP could never handle the workload! lol

[Hakuna Matata]

5 hours ago, Geoffggi said:

Sounds wonderful, however, reality is another matter .............LOL

 

 

[jippytum]

Start with proper checks before entry. Not free for all visa on entry.

 

[Hugh Jarse]

5 hours ago, Geoffggi said:

Sounds wonderful, however, reality is another matter .............LOL

What policies would you suggest are implemented to tackle these issues?