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Hat Yai traffic cop defends fines after Malaysian bikers call for Thailand boycott

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Malaysian bikers accused Hat Yai police of unfair fines and called for a Thailand boycott, sparking cross-border controversy.
Pol Sgt Maj Veerasak Phansaehaman defended the fines, stating they were issued for legitimate traffic violations, including loud exhausts and modified lights, in accordance with Thai law.
The officer's account, supported by dashcam footage, contradicted the bikers' claims regarding the number of tickets, total fines, and police conduct, emphasizing fair treatment for all motorists.
Veerasak clarified that digital driving licenses are not accepted and urged tourists to understand Thai traffic laws, leading to a shift in online opinion with some Malaysians supporting the police.