Army chief orders probe into Lumpini boxing event blamed for COVID-19 spread

13 Sept 07:43 Key points summarised by AI

Army Commander-in-Chief General Apirat Kongsompong ordered an investigation into the alleged involvement of senior army officers in organizing the March 6th Lumpini boxing event.
The "Lumpini Champion Kiatpetch" event is linked to a "super spread" of COVID-19, with over 50 confirmed cases, including attendees and their contacts, traced back to an infected fan from Italy.
Political activists are demanding probes into the event's management, claiming it proceeded despite a directive to cancel all sporting events, and are calling for an investigation into alleged army officer involvement.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Today 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.