Phuket Justice Office Awards Over 900K Baht to Crime Victims

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In a recent initiative, the Phuket Provincial Justice Office approved 911,913.25 baht to compensate 15 victims of crime. This decision was made during a meeting held at Phuket Provincial Hall, chaired by newly elected Provincial Attorney Poolsuk Phengsang on February 24.

This was the second meeting this year of the Subcommittee on Consideration of Compensation for Victims, which included members from various agencies. The subcommittee examined 19 cases, approving compensation for 15, while one case was set aside for further scrutiny and three applications were denied.

Beyond victim compensation, the subcommittee also reviewed requests for legal assistance. Out of four applications, two were approved, providing 103,000 baht in support, while the other two were rejected.

One notable applicant, Saowani Sadiyamu, a 40-year-old widow and mother of two from Yala Province now living in Phuket, attended the meeting. After resigning from her teaching job, Saowani has been unemployed, surviving on an 800-baht monthly disability allowance and her savings. Her monthly household expenses total around 15,400 baht, covering essentials like utilities, a motorcycle loan, and medical travel expenses.

Saowani seeks 20,000 baht in aid and might qualify for other support programs, although she lacks a state welfare card. Her assets include a Honda motorcycle under loan and a 6-rai, 1-ngan land plot without debts.

Phuket's initiative aims to provide justice and assistance to those impacted by crime. "These meetings are essential to ensure that justice is served, and victims receive the financial support they need," said a provincial spokesperson.

Officials in Phuket are dedicated to monitoring and assisting victims continuously through robust legal aid and financial assistance programs, reported The Thaiger.