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Police probe shooting at police buses Saturday night after ReDem protest at Criminal Court

22 Sept 23:41 Key points summarised by AI

Police launched an investigation into who fired shots, damaging three police buses near the Ratchayothin tunnel late Saturday night, following a ReDem protest at the Criminal Court.
Authorities arrested Piyarat Chongthep (Toto) and three others, seizing weapons like slingshots, steel pellets, and smoke bombs, which police claimed were intended to incite violence.
ReDem protesters allegedly attacked two prison trucks, freeing arrested individuals, resulting in seven police injuries and damage to nine prison vehicles during the violent outbreak.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.