Thai Police Officer Suspended for Firing Gun Outside Thonglor Pub

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Picture courtesy: Workpoint News

 

A Thai police officer has been temporarily suspended after allegedly firing a gun into the air while intoxicated outside a well-known pub in Bangkok's Thonglor district.

 

On 16th December, Police Major General Witthawat Chinkan, Commander of Metropolitan Police Division 5, issued an order for Sergeant Major Montree Meedet's suspension. The sergeant is accused of gross misconduct and now faces an internal investigation.

 

Montree, an officer responsible for crime prevention in Thonglor, reportedly shot his firearm while drunk. Initial charges against him include possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, carrying a weapon in a public area without permission, and discharging a firearm in a town or community without just cause.

The decision to suspend him was made to prevent harm to the police force's reputation and public safety. The suspension is in accordance with police regulations and he remains suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. Sergeant Major Montree retains the right to appeal the decision within 30 days.

 

The incident has raised concerns over police conduct and public confidence in law enforcement in Thailand. Authorities are under pressure to resolve the matter swiftly and impartially, reported Workpoint News.

 

-- 2024-12-17

 

 

[steven100]

a drunken cop with a gun .....    run forest run   !!   

[JoePai]

to prevent harm to the police force's reputation 🤣