Bangkok Red-Shirt Rally - Live Wednesday

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THE NATION: Rajprasong stage announced Kwanchai is safe. translating @Apsorn

THE NATION: Avoid Rajprasong and Silom area

THE NATION: One soldier has been reportedly killed in a clash at the National Memorial, today's key hotspot (Not too far fr the Thai Market).

THE NATION: Gunshots were also heard at Rajprasong and Silom. Avoid the two areas, seriously.

THE NATION: Heavy rains can either cool down or complicate the situations.

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THE NATION: Public Health Ministry reported 13 injuries already, two serious cases.

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Kwanchai not arrested : Jatuporn

By The Nation

Red shirts leader Jatuporn Prompan claimed on Tuesday that Kwanchai Praipana, who led a caravan of motorcycles and trucks to Pathum Thani province, was not arrested as earlier reported.

Jutuporn told the red shirts protesters at Rajprasong rally site at about 4pm that Kwanchai had already returned to the rally site after his caravans were blocked following clashes with troops.

Earlier reports said that Kwanchai who was issued arrest warrant for violating emergency laws, was arrested after his caravan was dispersed and he fled the scene.

-- The Nation 2010-04-28

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Chulalongkorn Hospital Relocates Patients to Inner Building

Chulongkorn Hospital has begun to evacuate patients from one of the outer buildings to another building located in the inner area of the hospital compound.

The hospital has given no official reason for the relocation of patients.

Reports have identified a number of red-shirt guards, armed with sticks, standing outside the gate of the hospital.

-- Tan Network 2010-04-28

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THE NATION: At Bhumiphon Hospital, one civilian is being treated w/severe injuries. Gunshot wound to the abdomen.

THE NATION: Nation Channel shows soldiers fire what were said to be rubber bullets at protesters near National Memorial.

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THE NATION: Public Health Ministry reported 13 injuries already, two serious cases

THE NATION: Erawan Emergency Medical Center updated at 3.50 pm reported at 16 people were injured from the clash at National Memorial.

THE NATION: 10 admit at Bhumiphon Hospital, 4 at Prachathipat Hospital, 1 at Vibhavadi Hospital, and 1 at Rangsit Hospital.

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THE NATION: Thai Rath and Matichon newspaper report a military officer dead but so far there's no official report from the Public Health Ministry.

THE NATION: Troops today tried to separate head&tail of the long red convoy, facing off with the front lines& using another unit to cut off the tail.

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Number of injuries rise to 16

Public Health Minister Jurin Laksanawisit told a press conference at 4:10 pm Wednesday that so far 16 people were reported to be injured in the clash between troops and protesters in Don Muang.

Jurin said 10 were admitted to the Bhumibhol Hospital. One of them was severely injured with a shot at abdomen.

Jurin said three injured people were admitted to the Rangsit Hospita and one was severely injured with a shot on the chest.

-- The Nation 2010-04-28

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THE NATION: If u are going to Don Muang, give yrself 3 hrs. Info hotline 02-535-1192, 02-535-1253

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Tensions rise Wednesday at Rajprasong

By The Nation

Tensions rise at red shirts's Rajprasong rally site after hundreds of troops and police were deployed to the area and sounds of explosions were heard sporadically.

More troops were seen on Henry Dunant road near Chulalongkorn University and at Silom intersection.

Roads surrounding the rally sites were reportedly closed.

Officials and people in Chulalongkorn hospital were told to remain inside the hospital. Reporters were allowed to go inside the hospital for their safety.

The hospital's entrances and exits were closed.

Speaking through megaphones, troops told the protesters who wanted to go home to leave the rally site immediately.

-- The Nation 2010-04-28

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THE NATION: Rajprasong reds r almost in panic. Rumours buzzing about imminent crackdown. "What's our leaders doing?" many shouted

THE NATION: Reds on Vibhavadi r also calling for leaders. Kwanchai, earlier reported to hav been arrested, is heading back to Rajprasong, Jatuporn said

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THE NATION: Reds on Vibhavadi r also calling for leaders. Kwanchai, earlier reported to hav been arrested, is heading back to Rajprasong, Jatuporn said

THE NATION: Face-off continues btw troops & reds at National Memorial. Gunfire has stopped.

THE NATION: Reds at National Memorial, though apparently still not demoralized, are virtually leaderless.

TAN Network: Channel 3 reporter says that she's gotten confirmation that the soldier who was shot in the head in today's clashes has passed away

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1 Death Confirmed in Today's Clashes

It has been confirmed that one soldier has been killed in the latest round of clashes between military personnel and red shirt protesters who were trying to head to the Thai Market just outside of Bangkok.

The soldier was shot in the head and died shortly after.

-- Tan Network 2010-04-28

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THE NATION: Chulalongkorn University has closed the gate on Political Science Faculty side and now exits are only on Phya Thai Rd. via js100 radio.

THE NATION: Harrow International School (Bangkok) , near Don Buang, has shut its gates. No students are allowed to go out.

THE NATION: Public Health Minister Jurin Laksanavisit reported at 4.30 pm that 18 people were injured from the clash at National Memorial.

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Thaivisa Member:

Just wanted to let you now that the day students at Harrow International School have been released, and the gates only closed this afternoon during the storm. This is in reference to your post on Harrow today

I can verify this. I am a student at Harrow and am there at the moment.

I would appreciate it if you would clarify the posting with a correction. The gates are now closed, as is normal everyday. Students and teachers are allowed to leave as normal.

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Police start closing traffic around Rajprasong

The Centre for Resolution of Emergency Situation has instructed the Metropolitan Police to close traffic around the Rajprasong from Wednesday evening in what believed to be preparations for crackdowns.

A source from the Metropolitan Police said the order for closing the traffic was given at 4:15 pm.

Police have closing the traffic at the Asoke-Montree Sukhumvit Road.

Police will also close traffic at the Phayathai, Saladaeng, Pongphraram, Narathiwat and Henri Dunant intersections

-- The Nation 2010-04-28

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Kwanchai reappears at Rajprasong Intersection

Kwanchai Phraiphana reappeared at the Rajprasong rally stage at 3:23 pm Wednesday.

Earlier, it was reported that Kwanchai, who led protesters to clash with troops in Don Muang, had been arrested.

Kwanchai was unaccounted for since the clash until he reappeared on the stage.

-- The Nation 2010-08-28

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THE NATION: Two soldiers admitted at Prachathipat Hospital, Phathumtani province. They are now being transfered to Pramongkutklao Hospital.

THE NATION: BTS confirms skytrain service is available until 8pm.

THE NATION: Traffic radio: If you don't leave yr work place yet, try to delay yr departure.

Bangkokpundit: [Matichon] 2 soldiers were leaving tollway. Other solider mistook them for protesters & fired live bullet. 1 injury

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TAN Network: Soldiers back away from further confrontation allowing reds to return to Ratchprasong

MCOT: Multi-Coloured Shirt group cancels gatherings indefinitely until situation eases

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Soldiers Back Away from Further Clashes

Military personnel who earlier clashed with red shirt protesters are now backing down and are allowing the protesters to return to the Ratchprasong interswction.

Reports suggest that officials have chosen not to engage after dusk in fear that a third party could cause further disruption.

One soldier has been confirmed dead. Many others injured. 16 protesters were injured in the clash

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Multicolored Shirt Group Cancels Gathering for 2 Days

Dr. Tul Siripipat, who heads the multicolored-shirt group, has announced his group will cancel gatherings in the next 2 days, in an effort to ease the way for soldiers to carry out their duties in dealing with the red-shirt protest.

He said he will assess the situation and plan the group's next movements at a later date.

-- Tan Network 2010-04-28

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THE NATION: Traffic stands still on Rama IV - from in front of Hua Lampong to Klongtoey. Sathorn is also heavily congested. via js100radio

MCOT: PM Abhisit attends cremation of Silom grenade attack victim

MCOT: Ministry of Social Development and Human Security gives Bt400,000 to victim's family

MCOT: Erawan Medical Centre: 18 wounded in clash between army and Red Shirts on Vibhavadi Rd

MCOT: Chulalongkorn Hospital suspends service for outpatients tomorrow

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Vipavadee Road Open for Traffic

Vipavadee Road has now been opened for normal traffic after both directions were closed down during clashes between red shirt protesters and security personnel.

-- Tan Network 2010-04-28

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[george]

Hey, nothing gets between a Thai and a meal! Everyone should have that priority straight!!

TODAYS PICK: Kwanchai's escape to McDonalds: http://twitpic.com/1j2pkd (Photo by photo_journ)

@tiggervince: Does all the red protesters get to enjoy a Happy Meal from Mac's after being back in Rajprasong or only the leader does?

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THE NATION: Bangkok traffic: Vibhavadee Rangsit Road is now opened but Don Muang Tollway is opened only inbound from Rangsit, outbound remains closed

Twitter: Very scary traffic jam on 2nd stage expressway heading to Ngamwongwan.

@Hyperzine: McDonald's new slogan: On the run? Enjoy a Big Mac, " I'm Loving it"

THE NATION: Tension has cooled off btw troops and reds. We don't xpect more excitement tonite. But traffic hel_l is breaking loose out there.

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THE NATION: Tension rises as Red Shirts in Chiang Mai break through fences of provincial city hall; police tightened security there

THE NATION: Nation: Police gradually close traffic leading to Rajprasong - Asoke, Phaya Thai, Saladaeng, Pongpraram, Nararom and Henry Dunant. via NNA

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Police confiscate dozens of M-79 grenades in a road search

By The Nation

Police confiscated 63 M-79 grenades from a motorcycle during a search on Vibhavadi Rangsit road on Wednesday.

Police stopped a motorcycle at a checkpoint set up after red shirts protesters clashed with troops on the road.

Driver of the vehicle stopped as ordered but managed to run away.

Police then searched the vehicle and confiscated a total of 63 M-79 grenades from the vehicle.

It is still unclear how the explosives were packed.

Also found were documents of Pol Sgt Pratya Maneekote of Patum Thani's Kukot district.

Police could not say whether the drive was the sergeant.

-- The Nation 2010-04-28

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THE NATION: Tension rising in Chiang Mai. We've hrd reds have broken in2 provincial hall w/ sum tires, warning nothing shall happen 2 Bkk reds.

THE NATION: Nok Air passengers who couldn't make it to Don Muang - call 1318. via js100 radio.

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THE NATION: On 29th April all BTS stations on both the Silom and Sukhumvit Lines will operate from 6:00- 20.00 hrs

THE NATION: Thaksin today tweeted Long Live Their Majesties on the occassion of the royal diamond wedding anniversary

THE NATION: Thaksin has also posted some new photo in his facebook account. Montenegro photo.

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THE NATION: BTS will be operated tomorrow from 6am to 8pm. Hotline: 02 617 6000

THE NATION: Director: No OPD service and operation except emergency case at Chulalongkorn Hopsital tomorrow. translating @Neaw_NBC

THE NATION: A redshirt interviewed on Thai PBS on today's clash:"Don't want this to happen. PM should come and talk for peace and we can then go home."

THE NATION: Around Rajprasong, the checkpoints, road closures and troops' presence have never been more evident than today, reporters say.

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THE NATION: In a bizarre incident in Chantaburi, ab 300 reds led by police wives and kids managed to prevent a number of offcers from coming to Bkk.

THE NATION: Those officers have signed up to come to Bkk to replace another group that came earlier to station near Lumpini.

THE NATION: through persuasion and coercion, with some flowers given, the Chantaburi reds managed to block the officers from leaving the provincial HQ.

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THE NATION: SOE centre press con now.

THE NATION: SOE officials admit that it is hard to distinguish reds from other citizens after they changed clothes.

THE NATION: Seized M79 bombs were also shown at the press con. the large amount of explosives was "very worrisome".

THE NATION: Sansern: The big arms haul made us doubt if there were more weapons sneaking into the hands of people with ill intention.

THE NATION: Sansern: The worry is the reason why troops halted their operations early this evening.

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THE NATION: Govt gave details abut the seizure of M79 bombs - also shown on TV.

THE NATION: Press conference ended without detail on the dead soilder.

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THE NATION: Police in Chiang Mai managed to stop about 100 reds led by DJ Uan in breaking into provincial hall and the group has left. Translating @vihok