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Supreme Court president asked to probe Supreme Court acquittal of 6 police over drug suspect’s murder

13 Sept 02:28 Key points summarised by AI

A mother has petitioned the Supreme Court president, demanding an investigation into the 2018 acquittal of six police officers charged with her 17-year-old son's murder.
Her son, Kittisap Thitboonkrong, died in 2004 after being taken into police custody during the government's 'war on drugs,' later found hanged.
Lower courts had previously convicted the officers, with some receiving death sentences, but the Supreme Court overturned all convictions, citing insufficient evidence.
The mother contests the acquittal, asserting abundant evidence of guilt, highlighting her son's death in police custody, and questioning the verdict's validity due to only two of three judges signing it.
The case's recent resurgence has drawn public attention, reigniting scrutiny over the 2004 'war on drugs' which led to approximately 2,500 deaths.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.