Runaway “Win Process” executive nabbed by police in Phetchabun

14 Sept 01:49 Key points summarised by AI

Opart Boonchan, CEO of Win Process, was arrested in Phetchabun, ending his run following a chemical waste facility fire in Rayong in April.
Boonchan faces charges for illegal possession of dangerous chemicals, with more charges expected as additional illicit waste storage is discovered.
Police investigations reveal connections between Win Process and Aek Uthai, a company operating chemical waste storage facilities across several provinces.
The April fire exposed local residents to hazardous chemicals, prompting medical personnel to collect blood samples for health monitoring.

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.