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Bangkok traffic officer transferred for allegedly demanding bribe from Japanese Youtuber

21 Sept 00:33 Key points summarised by AI

A Bangkok traffic officer was transferred to an "inactive post" after a video surfaced showing him allegedly demanding a bribe from a Japanese YouTuber.
The viral clip, filmed by the YouTuber, shows the officer instructing him to place 500 Baht under a traffic ticket after being stopped for a violation.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Pol Lt Gen Thiti Sangsawang confirmed the officer's transfer and an ongoing investigation into the incident, which reportedly occurred between 2016 and 2019.

Today 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.