CIB takes over Kamnan Nok investigation

23 Sept 03:16 Key points summarised by AI

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has taken over the investigation into the killing of a highway police officer and the wounding of another by Praween Chanklai, aka “Kamnan Nok”.
CIB Commissioner Pol Lt-Gen Jirabhop Bhuridej asserts confidence in having sufficient evidence to charge Kamnan Nok with capital offenses for ordering the shooting.
Investigations into the conduct of other police officers present at the scene who failed to act, and Kamnan Nok’s extensive construction business, remain under the Region 7 Provincial Police Bureau's jurisdiction.
Multiple agencies, including the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and the National Anti-Corruption Commission, are scrutinizing Praween’s construction business for suspected price collusion and corruption.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Today 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.