Myanmar family seeks help from CSD to probe murder case

24 Sept 09:34 Key points summarised by AI

A Myanmar migrant worker's family has appealed to the Crime Suppression Division (CSD) to investigate the six-month-old murder of fisherman Min Oo, whose body was discovered with bound hands and suspicious head wounds in the Tha Chine river.
The family claims an influential headman and a police officer offered 100,000 baht to withdraw the case, an offer the victim's mother rejected, seeking a thorough police investigation due to the lack of progress.

Over 77% people polled will not join Loy Krathong festival over COVID concerns

Today 18:20 Key points summarised by AI

A recent poll reveals over 77% of people will not participate in the Loy Krathong festival, primarily due to COVID-19 concerns and fears of new infection clusters.
Many respondents plan alternative celebrations, with 61.1% opting to float Krathongs in nearby canals and 8.5% choosing to celebrate online to avoid crowds.
The survey indicates a shift in perception, with 22% no longer attaching importance to the festival and 71.8% believing its traditional fun aspects will be diminished by the pandemic.
Loy Krathong's traditional purpose is to offer apologies to the Hindu Goddess Ganga and release sins by floating baskets, often accompanied by cultural festivities.