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

[Rampant Rabbit]

2 hours ago, Hugh Jarse said:

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

Jesus H Christ man Ive already sorted that out with my "16" point  plan, get with the program drongo

[Butts]

Operation Crush the Competition 👊

[AustinRacing]

When kids are asked why they want to be policemen the common answer is “because I wanna make lots of money”. 
As long as the average Thai thinks like they do they deserve it. 

 

[VBF]

6 hours ago, fondue zoo said:

 

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

My first thought, on seeing their expressions, was  "Oh no......he wants us to DO something!" 😲

[crazykopite]

What about all the Thai criminals we could start off with Khun Toni who escaped justice by being holed up in the police hospital and let’s not forget the RedBull guy who killed a police officer 

[Aussie999]

Foreign "criminals" cannot do what they do without the "help" of locals.. whether citizens of government employees eg RTP

[Aussie999]

3 hours ago, Homburg said:

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

Thais are taught, at school, thais do nothing wrong.. therefore, no crimes committed by thais... so logic says, all crime is from foreigners, no need to crack down on thai crime.

[soalbundy]

8 hours ago, Geoffggi said:

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

He was just joking to lighten the atmosphere. They look bored stiff, the third one looks as if he's asleep.

[Sigmund]

Of course they will not do anything against the powerful Chinese and Korean mafias that are setting up shop all over Sukhumvit and spreading their crime in most popular beach towns and taking away the jobs from the Thai's.

[thailand49]

The points sounds good but you can have a millions points. This is noting more than protecting their own corruption, it is like foreigners needing a work permit foreigners are taking a corruption job from the cops.🤧

[Mr Meeseeks]

3 hours 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.

 

Impossible to implement in Thailand if you want mass tourism.

 

Nobody is moving permanently to Thailand, most foreigners are here long term on non-immigrant visas and can be removed immediately without notice if caught committing a crime.

 

Not a big problem.

 

Also, look at the amount of criminals in the UK that have emigrated using legal means that the UK now can't get rid of due to human rights or other such nonsense. The whole country is over-run with them. Doesn't seem to work does it?

 

Thailand is doing great the way it is.

[wensiensheng]

Wow. Protecting Thais from foreign criminals. Any chance of action the other way round? Or just targeting criminals per se?

[sambum]

This may have been posted before so I'll make it as brief as I can:-

 

During the Covid "shutdown" some OAP friends of mine were caught drinking illegally. They were jailed overnight, and in the morning pleaded guilty, and were fined 10,000 baht each by the magistrate! They were then taken back to the Police Station, and told that unless they paid ANOTHER 20,000 BAHT EACH (to the Police) they would be taken to Immigration and their passports stamped with the offence, and their next application for a Visa extension would be denied!

 

TIT and this is RTP!!!

[Reddavy]

11 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

 

 

So the polce mafia is going to clamp down on ehhhhhhhh the police mafia. Yeah right. 🙈🙈😤

[Keeps]

55 minutes ago, sambum said:

This may have been posted before so I'll make it as brief as I can:-

 

During the Covid "shutdown" some OAP friends of mine were caught drinking illegally. They were jailed overnight, and in the morning pleaded guilty, and were fined 10,000 baht each by the magistrate! They were then taken back to the Police Station, and told that unless they paid ANOTHER 20,000 BAHT EACH (to the Police) they would be taken to Immigration and their passports stamped with the offence, and their next application for a Visa extension would be denied!

 

TIT and this is RTP!!!

Wasn't in Lamai on Samui was it?

[sambum]

4 minutes ago, Keeps said:

Wasn't in Lamai on Samui was it?

 

Yup!

[Keeps]

Just now, sambum said:

 

Yup!

I know the guys well, particularly one who has the initials MC. They were in hundred bar down Soi Samui moon 😂

[tandor]

11 hours ago, Geoffggi said:

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

..how about weeding out your own tangled, poisoned garden before looking over the fence!

[john donson]

when the maffia are the men in brown, corruption is high

[Jiggo]

Normally they are only interested in catching "Low Hanging Fruit", and a few photos.

[Caldera]

12 hours ago, webfact said:

The new policy also includes a campaign to enhance the integrity and professionalism of the police force.

 

That must be the umpteenth campaign of this nature I've seen. If anything, the police farce is less professional and more corrupt than ever.

[soi3eddie]

7 hours ago, jippytum said:

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

 

Agreed. Data sharing of criminal convictions or wanted persons would be a good start. If entering the USA from Europe, the UK and likely other countries, the US immigration know if you are wanted or have a criminal record. Hell, they even knew 10 years ago that I had lost my UK passport and was travelling on the new replacement. Surely Thailand could also be part of data sharing. 

 

 

[TheFishman1]

What a joke all the top officials from the top the bottom were totally corrupt and now they’re trying to figure out how to do with foreigners they need to clean themselves up first TIT

[Elkski]

Lots of stuffed shirts and blouses.  Start by firing those in the picture on their phones.  I see 2 better looking women on the left line.  

[GoodieAfterDark]

It is end of a very profitable industry...

[Maybole]

Window dressing

[save the frogs]

 

[Patong2021]

Am I the only one who noticed the separation of men and women? That is rather revealing. 

I have long noticed the absence of women from leadership or command roles. I get it that some of the elderly males will say, but women cannot chase down criminals and fight them into submission with muay thai skills. However, none of the males sitting there with their fat bellies looks like they do that. Maybe if there were more women in  senior roles, the administration  of the RTP would be better managed.

[grubman]

14 hours ago, lch said:

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

That would be a good idea if was all done above board

But how are the top brass going to be able to afford their current life styles if all traffic violation are recorded and paid for officially with receipts. 

Will never happen in my life time...... 

[Purdey]

Calling it a crackdown automatically implies it is a short term action plan rather than a strategy to handle crime. 

It seems that the RTP has no creativity or imagination of how to solve crime in the long term.