Draft bill exempting offenders under 12 from punishment endorsed by Cabinet

Draft bill exempting offenders under 12 from punishment endorsed by Cabinet

23 Sept 07:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Cabinet approved a draft bill to increase the minimum age of criminal offenders from 10 to 12 years old, aligning with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
For offenders aged 12-15, courts will implement alternative measures such as warnings, parental conditions, probation, or placement in care/training centers, rather than direct punishment.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

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.

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