Thai police to restore organizational image from bribing accusations

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Police to restore organizational image from bribing accusations

BANGKOK, 5 October 2015 (NNT) – The Royal Thai Police will be revamping its organizational image to clear accusations of bribes and fines, the police chief says.

The Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police Pol Gen Chakthip Chaijinda has revealed that the Royal Thai Police will re-establish its organizational image restoration committee, in the wake of being accused of demanding for bribes and fines. This organizational reform will enhance the surpession operations as well and result in a positive image of the organization.

He said that the police have to urgently manage the traffic issue and maintain the safety of the public, while the assistance from the military in suppressing casinos and illegal entertainment venues has been proven to be effective.

He has also expressed his confidences that the police commanders nationwide would know the best way to manage the operations, and requested time for the police force to work on these issues.

The Commissioner General has said that he will carry on the work of the former Commissioner General Pol Gen Somyot Phumphanmuang, to impose more meticulous immigration screening measures, and added that the rotation of executive policemen is expected to be completed within this month.


-- NNT 2015-10-05

[NongKhaiKid]

[Fiddlesticks]

Bribing ACCUSATIONS!?!?!?!?! You mean FACTS. A blind monkey knows that the "Royal" Thai police are "Royal" crooks. Public safety is the LAST thing on their minds.

police commanders nationwide would know the best way to manage the operations

Of course they do. They've been managing these profit centers for years.

[jaidam]

It must have been quite a moment when the police chief realized the Thaksin son was doing a huge 7m bribe on the same day there was to be a PR campaign against bribery. I wasn't present at police HQ, but it went something like ....Why I oughta......What's the big idea here?!.......Oh, a wise guy, eh?......Explain it to 'em. (Before the other Stooge can say something) That's enough!...........................You see that? (puts his fist out for Curly, Larry or Moe to slap his fist down so it can wind in a circle and bonk them on the head)

[BSJ]

I am glad I had finished my "Wake me up coffee" when I read that! I would have been very unhappy with chocking whilst laughing so hard!

[HiSoLowSoNoSo]

Are they all quitting their jobs? ​

[Artisi]

A good joke to start the week is always welcome. Unfortunately it is very unlikely anything funnier will be forthcoming during the week.

[Thian]

Did they allready arrest their collegues who extorted that Japanese businessman for 3 million baht last week? I bet it is in all Japanese newspapers.

[bamnutsak]

Police to restore organizational image...

for a small fee.

Or a giant reward.

[Lunchbob]

I hope this means the roadblock extortion will end.

[Thian]

I hope this means the roadblock extortion will end.

I don't agree. There's still much work to do on the roads, let's start with fining all drivers who don't carry lights on their vehicles, don't use indicators, no insurance or driverslicense, parking on the road to name a few.

[chrisinth]

Until they get rid of the 'inactive post' mentality for caught wrong-doers within their organization, nothing will happen.

[gk10002000]

You can form the committee and take some actions, but asserting that this will improve the image, does not mean that it will improve the image.

[NongKhaiKid]

We are going to clear up any misconceptions

[wow64]

Sack everyone and start from scratch would be a good start.

Sent from my c64

[fritzzz25]

April fools?

Start by giving their "reward" money to charity. Make some "merit" RTP!!!!!!!

[jlwilliamsjr18]

October 2, Hua Hin to Bkk...4 masked police (extortion) checks. No way will the boys give up their first of the month tea money.

[Kularion]

"This organizational reform will enhance the suppression operations as well and result in a positive image of the organization."

And that's all in regards anti-corruption blah blah blah...

But this was great way to make my smile on the beginning of this week Thanks OP

[Just1Voice]

Was this supposed to fall under the heading of "Monday Morning Humor"???

[kiwikeith]

I hope this means the roadblock extortion will end.

I don't agree. There's still much work to do on the roads, let's start with fining all drivers who don't carry lights on their vehicles, don't use indicators, no insurance or driverslicense, parking on the road to name a few.

Speeding ,tailgaitng, aproaching hazards at full throttle, drunken driving, no helmets enforced, children riding bikes, and unprotected on them, plenty of money opportunity and still same everyday since I have been coming here , year 2000 never mind Bhudda take care and you return as Soi dog.

[Benmart]

The litmus test of a police organization's ethical standards are, among other things, measured by the frequency of demanding or accepting gifts, rewards, gratuities or bribes.

No amount of medals, ribbons or other appurtenances on a uniform, can makeup for the lack of honesty, transparency and impartial application of the law.

Self promotion and face-saving image campaigns are poor substitutes for the lack of respect from those that are being served.

[sweatalot]

Wouldn't that mean they would have to check The Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police first for having accepted bribes?

And if found guilty sack him, confiscate his ill gotten money and send him to court?

If not found guilty he is the right man for the job

[Bellacissa]

Restore the image without actually addressing the problem. Candy coated PR at its finest.

[razer]

RTP proud to give a good face to the Kingdom of Thailand? (Never thought about it)

RTP proud of a job well done? (Too much work)

RTP proud of seeking justice for victims of crime? (What do you think?)

The RTP sitting in front of a table full of cash for the Erawan bombing arrests was shameful. Not one word for the people who were killed or their families. Just big smiles and a pile of cash. Shameful. (Two colleagues of my Thai wife were killed leaving their husbands without a wife and children without a mother)

I believe these are three things the RTP needs to think about if they want a good image. It seems like every time the RTP goes in front of the international news media they are an embarrassment to the Kingdom of Thailand.

A last thought: Restructuring the police to a performance based group, better pay, and real police training from say, Japan, Korea, Taiwan or Singapore would work miracles. Forget the ribbons, the jump/aviator wings and the bells and whistles adorning the uniform.They aren't kids and they are not Army or Navy. Focus on performance.

Edited October 5, 2015 by razer

[madmitch]

"He has also expressed his confidences that the police commanders nationwide would know the best way to manage the operations."

Of course, as they are the most experienced individuals who have made the most money out of fines and bribes.

​Better still, why not ask the inactive post department to organise it.

[Farang99]

As the RTP are completely lacking in credibility after the revelations of the last couple of years I do not see how any action on their part could restore them to a respectable position.

[kiwikeith]

RTP proud to give a good face to the Kingdom of Thailand? (Never thought about it)

RTP proud of a job well done? (Too much work)

RTP proud of seeking justice for victims of crime? (What do you think?)

The RTP sitting in front of a table full of cash for the Erawan bombing arrests was shameful. Not one word for the people who were killed or their families. Just big smiles and a pile of cash. Shameful.

I believe these are three things the RTP needs to think about if they want a good image. It seems like every time the RTP goes in front of the international news media they are an embarrassment to the Kingdom of Thailand.

The Best Police biggest shamefull embarassment to the image of Thailand Internationaly.

They never loose face as they have none.

[masuk]

I hope this means the roadblock extortion will end.

I don't agree. There's still much work to do on the roads, let's start with fining all drivers who don't carry lights on their vehicles, don't use indicators, no insurance or driverslicense, parking on the road to name a few.

AGREED. But can't a system be started up as in most other countries, where the actual cash is not paid to the police?

By all means issue a ticket, but the money has to be paid to State Treasury, not the tea lady.

The money raised could be used to construct motor bike parking areas! shock!! horror!! Footpaths for the people!!!

[Crazy chef 1]

RESTORE???

[Tchooptip]

While laughing at this OP it seems not every distinguish TV members have read the sentence " to impose more meticulous immigration screening measures"