Two deputy national police chiefs axed in shock transfer

14 Sept 02:51 Key points summarised by AI

Two deputy national police chiefs, Pol Gen Veerachai Songmetta and Pol Gen Chaiwat Kateworachai, were abruptly transferred in a sudden reshuffle that has shaken Thailand’s police service.
Pol Gen Veerachai was moved to the Prime Minister’s Office, accused of conduct negatively affecting public confidence in justice and the police image, pending a fact-finding investigation.
Pol Gen Chaiwat was transferred to an inactive post in the Royal Thai Police’s Operations Centre—known as a 'graveyard' for officers—with no reason publicly given for his removal from all responsibilities.
The responsibilities of the transferred deputies were swiftly reassigned to other senior officers, Pol Gen Chanasit Wattanawarangkoon and Pol Gen Suwat Jaengyodsook, to ensure continuity.

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.