Ex police chief to be arraigned over Red Bull heir’s case

14 Sept 22:49 Key points summarised by AI

Eight suspects, including former national police chief Pol Gen Somyot Poompanmuang and ex-deputy attorney-general Nate Naksuk, will be arraigned this Thursday for allegedly mishandling the 2012 Red Bull heir hit-and-run case.
Charges include malfeasance for dismissing a speeding charge against Vorayuth (Nate Naksuk) and conspiring to alter police reports to help him evade charges (others).
The prosecution aims to reveal the truth, expecting the case to conclude in about a year, while Vorayuth Yoovidhya, who allegedly caused a policeman's death, remains at large overseas with most charges against him expired.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 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.