All set for mass exodus from Bangkok for New Year celebrations

13 Sept 13:22 Key points summarised by AI

Police deploy thousands of officers, check CCTV, and suspend highway construction to ensure safe travel for hundreds of thousands leaving Bangkok for New Year.
Traffic at Ratchaprasong intersection will halt at 2 PM on December 31st for a security sweep ahead of the New Year countdown event.
The State-run Transport Company significantly increased daily bus trips from 5,419 to over 8,200 to accommodate an estimated 160,000 daily passengers.
Travelers are advised to book tickets online or by phone, arrive at terminals an hour early, and purchase tickets only from official booths to prevent fraud.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.