Highway Police Dismiss Allegations of “Gang Stickers” Clearing Routes

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

The Highway Police have addressed claims regarding “angel stickers” allegedly used by the so-called "Unwashed Gang" to clear routes without police intervention.

 

This clarification follows suspicions raised by the popular Facebook page “E-Sor Kha-Yi News” about the use of such stickers during a recent event in Phetchabun Province.  

 

On 24 November, the Facebook page highlighted the alleged sale of these stickers, priced between 250 and 5,500 baht, supposedly granting vehicles immunity from police checks.

 

The post claimed part of the proceeds funded individuals who facilitate unimpeded travel. It further questioned the integrity of law enforcement in addressing such practices.  

In response, a source from the Highway Police Command stated that no official reports have been filed concerning these stickers.

 

On the date in question, three police checkpoints were set up along key routes in Phetchabun:  

 

1. Highway 21, kilometre 106, Khok Sa-at, Si Thep District.  
2. Highway 21, kilometre 152, Nong Chaeng, Bueng Sam Phan District.  
3. Highway 2372, kilometre 8, Na Ko, Lom Kao District.  

 

Led by Pol. Lt. Col. Worabadin Lertsuphasinsthit, officers inspected 430 vehicles, including 30 flatbed trucks and 400 motorcycles. Violations issued included:  

- 38 cases of missing number plates.  
- 16 cases of unlicensed drivers.  
- 17 cases of riders not wearing helmets.  
- One case of missing tax stickers.  

 

Authorities also impounded one motorcycle and seized drugs in a separate case.  

 

The police emphasised that no consistent symbols or stickers were found on inspected vehicles, suggesting that the stickers referenced might be part of vehicle customisation trends. Moreover, none of those stopped during the operation mentioned the stickers.

 

The Highway Police reiterated their commitment to transparent enforcement and dismissed allegations of complicity in illegal activities, reported Daily News.

 

-- 2024-11-25

 

 

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Phetchabun police detain 722 in motorcycle gang crackdown
by Ryan Turner 

 

Image courtesy of KhaoSod

Police in Phetchabun detained 722 people linked to the Nam Mai Aab motorcycle gang gathering, roughly translating to no showering or no bathing. Over 10,000 participants and 6,000 motorcycles assembled in the province, prompting police action to maintain order and ensure public safety.

 

The gathering took place over two days, with Phetchabun’s Provincial Police Commander, Saranai Kongmuang, directing units to enforce measures against unsafe and disruptive driving. The initiative also targeted illegal sales of alcohol and kratom, aiming to curb driving under the influence, a leading cause of accidents.

 

During the operation, police inspected 500 vehicles, resulting in charges against 200 drivers for operating without a licence and four for tax evasion. Inspections extended to 4,054 motorcycles, leading to 518 cases under the Road Traffic Act.

 

Offences included 150 instances of helmet neglect, 364 cases involving incomplete vehicle equipment or plates, and four for driving against traffic.

Police officers also tackled drug-related offences. One individual faced charges under the Narcotics Act. Additionally, three arrests were made for unauthorised kratom extraction, with 105 bottles seized as evidence.

 

Gambling activities did not escape scrutiny. Five individuals were charged with illegal gambling, specifically for playing cards for money without permission, and one deck of cards was confiscated, reported KhaoSod.

 

The crackdown reflects broader efforts to uphold law and order during such large gatherings. While police respect the right to assemble, public safety remains paramount. These operations serve as a reminder of the legal responsibilities participants must adhere to while engaging in activities that attract significant crowds.

 

Source: The Thaiger 

-- 2024-11-25

 

 

[JoePai]

Phetchabun's lock-up must be (very) large to hold that number

[CallumWK]

37 minutes ago, webfact said:

Police in Phetchabun detained 722 people linked to the Nam Mai Aab motorcycle gang gathering, roughly translating to no showering or no bathing. Over 10,000 participants and 6,000 motorcycles assembled in the province, prompting police action to maintain order and ensure public safety.

 

The gathering took place over two days, with Phetchabun’s Provincial Police Commander, Saranai Kongmuang, directing units to enforce measures against unsafe and disruptive driving. The initiative also targeted illegal sales of alcohol and kratom, aiming to curb driving under the influence, a leading cause of accidents.

 

During the operation, police inspected 500 vehicles, resulting in charges against 200 drivers for operating without a licence and four for tax evasion. Inspections extended to 4,054 motorcycles, leading to 518 cases under the Road Traffic Act.

 

Offences included 150 instances of helmet neglect, 364 cases involving incomplete vehicle equipment or plates, and four for driving against traffic.

Is this a summarize of what they achieved in the last 2 decades?

[Gottfrid]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

Police in Phetchabun detained 722 people linked to the Nam Mai Aab motorcycle gang gathering, roughly translating to no showering or no bathing.

One must say they have really good names on their gangs and meetings. Unwashed Guys in another article and here No Shower Guys. Amazing! 😂 Wonder where the Kin Khao Leo Guys are?

Edited 2 hours ago by Gottfrid

[Gottfrid]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Led by Pol. Lt. Col. Worabadin Lertsuphasinsthit, officers inspected 430 vehicles, including 30 flatbed trucks and 400 motorcycles.

Just because it´s easy to check motorbikes, the result is that 150 cars with drugs or other violations got through with no problem.

[hotchilli]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

The post claimed part of the proceeds funded individuals who facilitate unimpeded travel. It further questioned the integrity of law enforcement in addressing such practices.

A bit like the stickers allowing overloaded lorries to continue unimpeded.