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Suspected drunk driver who allegedly killed two people granted bail

10 Sept 11:11 Key points summarised by AI

A 75-year-old man, Somsak, suspected of drunk driving, was granted bail after allegedly killing a police officer and a kindergarten student in Nakhon Ratchasima.
Somsak posted 150,000 baht cash for his release, with no objection from the police, despite facing charges of driving while drunk, causing death and injury.
The affected school reopened, and teachers, alongside road safety officials, proposed building a pedestrian bridge and installing more traffic signals to prevent future accidents at the dangerous road location.

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.