Thailand’s Supreme Court upholds Spaniard’s death sentence for murder

13 Sept 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Supreme Court upheld the death penalty for Spaniard Artur Segarra Princep, convicted of the murder and mutilation of fellow countryman David Bernat.
The court's decision, despite the absence of direct witnesses, was based on strong circumstantial evidence, including CCTV footage, witness testimonies, and DNA evidence found on a saw and freezer.
Princep, who fled Bangkok after the crime, was arrested near the Thai-Cambodian border and pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The convicted defendant retains the right to appeal for a Royal pardon, a path his Thai lawyer has confirmed he will pursue.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.