Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Drunk driver kills two teenagers in Kamphaeng Phet
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Drunk driver kills two teenagers in Kamphaeng Phet
28 Sept 02:01Key points summarised by AI
A 33-year-old woman, identified as "Kannika," caused a fatal pickup truck accident in Kamphaeng Phet, killing two 16-year-old football players and injuring several others.
Kannika's blood-alcohol level was 147mg/100, nearly three times the legal limit, with surviving passengers reporting she drank heavily before driving.
The victims, Boonyarit Priakkasikum and Mark Pootpong, were among eight passengers in the truck's rear bed who were ejected when the vehicle veered off the road.
Families of the deceased and injured attempted to attack Kannika at the hospital, requiring police intervention to protect her and restore order.
Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Yesterday 15:20Key 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.