Thai opposition denies Bangkok bomb involvement

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Thai Opposition Denies Bangkok Bomb Involvement
The leader of the country's Red Shirts movement tells Sky News it would have nothing to gain from harming innocent people
By Mark White, Home Affairs Correspondent

BANGKOK: The leader of Thailand's main opposition party has denied any involvement by members of his group in Monday's bombing in Bangkok.

Speaking to Sky News from his home on the outskirts of the capital, Jatuporn Prompan, leader of the Red Shirts movement, said such an attack was beyond ordinary people.

He said that his party would have nothing to gain by carrying out such an atrocity and harming innocent people.

However, Mr Prompan said if the police investigation concludes that someone with connections to the Red Shirts was responsible for the bombing, that person should be prosecuted with full weight of the law.

Source: http://news.sky.com/story/1538092/thai-opposition-denies-bangkok-bomb-involvement

-- skyNEWS 2015-08-19

[BKKBrit]

Quite right. It makes no sense whatsoever. But hey-ho...let the truth come out and let's see.

[plachon]

No, ordering the throwing of a hundred thousand Molotov cocktails at buildings across BKK and TV/radio stations and Provincial halls is more Mr Prompan's modus operandi. Can leave the pipe bombs, ping-pong bombs and grenades to people like Gen Khattiya, Uncle Samai and the mysterious "men in black" protectors of the Red movement, rather than "ordinary people", eh? Now how many of those Red paramilitary accomplices were ever arrested and charged?

[silverado]

No, ordering the throwing of a hundred thousand Molotov cocktails at buildings across BKK and TV/radio stations and Provincial halls is more Mr Prompan's modus operandi. Can leave the pipe bombs, ping-pong bombs and grenades to people like Gen Khattiya, Uncle Samai and the mysterious "men in black" protectors of the Red movement, rather than "ordinary people", eh? Now how many of those Red paramilitary accomplices were ever arrested and charged?

haven't you heard of paramilitary ex police/army of Suthep and yellow shirts, have you ?

about the men in black specially , it seems that you are confused a bit... this is a bit off topic so, ..

[silverado]

Quite right. It makes no sense whatsoever. But hey-ho...let the truth come out and let's see.

sure you are waiting the truth from Somyot's tongue... same truth he told in the Koh Tao's case

[worgeordie]

"said such an attack was beyond ordinary people",is that the same people

who used hand grenades and RPG s on many occasions in the past,Oh,

and don't forget the arson,they have to be at least suspect due to a violent past.

regards worgeordie

[silverado]

"said such an attack was beyond ordinary people",is that the same people

who used hand grenades and RPG s on many occasions in the past,Oh,

and don't forget the arson,they have to be at least suspect due to a violent past.

regards worgeordie

so , "who used hand grenades and RPG s on many occasions in the past" ??? isn't army who are the most able to handle this kind of things ? so must we accuse the army for this crime ??????

[than]

However, Mr Prompan said if the police investigation concludes that someone with connections to the Red Shirts was responsible for the bombing, that person should be prosecuted with full weight of the law.

Seem Jatuporn begin to belive that some outcontrol red fanatic could be one

[smutcakes]

However, Mr Prompan said if the police investigation concludes that someone with connections to the Red Shirts was responsible for the bombing, that person should be prosecuted with full weight of the law.

Seem Jatuporn begin to belive that some outcontrol red fanatic could be one

Or for once he's making a sensible comment, given he, like everyone else has no idea who has done this, and all options remain open. Better to not rule out any possibility, than to rule them out and then be wrong at the end. Something the RTP and Government officials could probably learn about.

[englishoak]

I bet theres a lot of Gestapo cheerers who desperately wish if was. Make their day probably.

[lovelomsak]

No, ordering the throwing of a hundred thousand Molotov cocktails at buildings across BKK and TV/radio stations and Provincial halls is more Mr Prompan's modus operandi. Can leave the pipe bombs, ping-pong bombs and grenades to people like Gen Khattiya, Uncle Samai and the mysterious "men in black" protectors of the Red movement, rather than "ordinary people", eh? Now how many of those Red paramilitary accomplices were ever arrested and charged?

am sure the bomber in the pictures i saw was wearing yellow.

[firestar]

I don't think the reds did it. As I said in another topic, I doubt they would have the combined intelligence to pull it off.

And anyway, what would they or their puppeteer get out of it ?

The Reds were ready to burn Bangkok down to the ground because they couldn't get what they wanted.. I don't know...

Or maybe it was because they were being shot at by snipers....

The army were firing live rounds on civilians. I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it myself

Paul, British teacher

While on TV "There were no live bullets fired at protesters," Panitan Wattanayagorn said on national TV, AFP agency reported.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8612783.stm

There hadn't been a single death in more than a month of protest before the army moved in on them but whatever happened responsibilities where very divided and the situation was much more complex than simple terrorism.

[WitawatWatawit]

Main opposition party??????

Well done, Sky News.

[ChrisY1]

Would a Thai plant a bomb in a shrine.........(pub chat at the local mom and pop expat bar)......I'de like to think not...but maybe I'm wrong.

But....there has been no party that has admitted they did it........and this is the Thai way!

Edited August 19, 2015 by ChrisY1

[metisdead]

Posts containing derogatory generalizations toward Thais have been removed.

[tx22cb]

"The leader of Thailand's main opposition party has denied ..."

Surely the "Opposition Party" should be the Democrats? They've been the Opposition party for most of the last 15 years.

Puea Thai should be termed "the deposed government party".

[Artisi]

Quite right. It makes no sense whatsoever. But hey-ho...let the truth come out and let's see.

Don't hold your breath for the truth to come out.

[sweatalot]

No, ordering the throwing of a hundred thousand Molotov cocktails at buildings across BKK and TV/radio stations and Provincial halls is more Mr Prompan's modus operandi. Can leave the pipe bombs, ping-pong bombs and grenades to people like Gen Khattiya, Uncle Samai and the mysterious "men in black" protectors of the Red movement, rather than "ordinary people", eh? Now how many of those Red paramilitary accomplices were ever arrested and charged?

haven't you heard of paramilitary ex police/army of Suthep and yellow shirts, have you ?

about the men in black specially , it seems that you are confused a bit... this is a bit off topic so, ..

No I have not heard this rumor

but I heard and read a lot about the red shirt violence

Edited August 19, 2015 by sweatalot

[sweatalot]

However, Mr Prompan said if the police investigation concludes that someone with connections to the Red Shirts was responsible for the bombing, that person should be prosecuted with full weight of the law.

Seem Jatuporn begin to belive that some outcontrol red fanatic could be one

He is preparing to create a scapegoat

[sweatalot]

"said such an attack was beyond ordinary people",is that the same people

who used hand grenades and RPG s on many occasions in the past,Oh,

and don't forget the arson,they have to be at least suspect due to a violent past.

regards worgeordie

so , "who used hand grenades and RPG s on many occasions in the past" ??? isn't army who are the most able to handle this kind of things ? so must we accuse the army for this crime ??????

It's not about the ability. It's about real use against peaceful people.

Edited August 19, 2015 by sweatalot

[fish fingers]

There is one red shirt guy with a striking resemblance to the bomber, in height, build and skin complexion at least. Different hair but the bomber was wearing a wig most probably, his t shirt didn't fit either

[sweatalot]

However, Mr Prompan said if the police investigation concludes that someone with connections to the Red Shirts was responsible for the bombing, that person should be prosecuted with full weight of the law.

Seem Jatuporn begin to belive that some outcontrol red fanatic could be one

are you condused/confusing too ??? "someone with connections to the Reds" IS NOT specially "a red fanatic" specially if this "someone" is out of control

by the way , are you aware that most of thai people (95 % ?) , red or not red are not happy with this military junta dictator ship regime ???? are you aware that abroad as well, there are too much people not glad at all wit the speech and actions of the divine savior of thailand since may 2014 ????

"95% red or not red are not happy with this military junta dictator ship regime"

Absolutely wrong. Mos are happy, at least more happy than with the last shin government which drove farmers into suicide

[Yunla]

I'm starting to think we will never know who is behind this sick and cowardly attack. No claims of responsibility, and seemingly using young dummies for the delivery. I don't think its even worth trying to guess who is behind it, only to be vigilant because there may be more attacks. I don't want to play into the hands of the people behind this, by playing guessing games. They are disgusting monsters, I leave it at that, and will use my energy instead to pray for the wounded and the families of the deceased.

Edited August 19, 2015 by Yunla

[sweatalot]

Thai opposition denies Bangkok bomb involvement

I guess they mean the party who uses the red shirts as their violent SS.

They would say this, wouldn't they

[Nickymaster]

I don't think the reds did it. As I said in another topic, I doubt they would have the combined intelligence to pull it off.

And anyway, what would they or their puppeteer get out of it ?

The Reds were ready to burn Bangkok down to the ground because they couldn't get what they wanted.. I don't know...

Or maybe it was because they were being shot at by snipers....

The army were firing live rounds on civilians. I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it myself

Paul, British teacher

While on TV "There were no live bullets fired at protesters," Panitan Wattanayagorn said on national TV, AFP agency reported.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8612783.stm

There hadn't been a single death in more than a month of protest before the army moved in on them but whatever happened responsibilities where very divided and the situation was much more complex than simple terrorism.

I have wasted enough time correcting guys like you. I won't do it again. If interested you can go through my posting history. Dozens of post related to red/black shirt violence and killings.

[MZurf]

There is one red shirt guy with a striking resemblance to the bomber, in height, build and skin complexion at least. Different hair but the bomber was wearing a wig most probably, his t shirt didn't fit either

Pray tell, who might that be??

[Nickymaster]

"The leader of Thailand's main opposition party has denied ..."

Surely the "Opposition Party" should be the Democrats? They've been the Opposition party for most of the last 15 years.

Puea Thai should be termed "the deposed government party".

correction: deposed corrupt party.

[firestar]

I have wasted enough time correcting guys like you. I won't do it again. If interested you can go through my posting history. Dozens of post related to red/black shirt violence and killings.

It isn't an opinion. it's a BBC witness. just like this one :

"Paul told the BBC he had been in a crowd of protesters when he saw a man of about 50 being shot in the chest as he waved a flag from a pick-up truck."... men in black.... men in black...

Or Fabio Polenghi an Italian Journalist who was shot DEAD in the back while running away.. men in black... men in black... except it has since been proven and ruled by the criminal court that he was shot by an army high velocity bullet coming from where the army was stationed. Wearing journalist vest and arm band, moving and shot in the BACK.

Did you correct that?

You see when someone has the means to pursue a proper investigation we find out it wasn't the evil red shirts or men in black who shot but oddly enough we don't hear much about it

You are right about one thing it isn't the place, then again I'm not the one who brought it up.

Edited August 19, 2015 by firestar

[simon43]

correction: deposed corrupt party.

Please stop bringing your political bias into this discussion. It is childish and gets very boring. Try holding a sensible discussion instead without name-calling.

[stoneyboy]

No, ordering the throwing of a hundred thousand Molotov cocktails at buildings across BKK and TV/radio stations and Provincial halls is more Mr Prompan's modus operandi. Can leave the pipe bombs, ping-pong bombs and grenades to people like Gen Khattiya, Uncle Samai and the mysterious "men in black" protectors of the Red movement, rather than "ordinary people", eh? Now how many of those Red paramilitary accomplices were ever arrested and charged?

Probably the same amount that gunned down a few people a while back.