Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Serial poisoner ‘Am Cyanide’ acquitted of murdering Monthathip
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Serial poisoner ‘Am Cyanide’ acquitted of murdering Monthathip
14 Sept 02:51Key points summarised by AI
The Criminal Court acquitted Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn, known as ‘Am Cyanide’, of Monthathip Khao-in’s murder due to insufficient evidence.
This marks Sararat’s third acquittal among 14 murder and one attempted murder charges; she has previously received a death sentence and two life imprisonments.
The 2015 case involved Monthathip’s death after a meal with Sararat, initially deemed heart failure, following her arrival in Bangkok from Canada.
Sararat’s lawyer confirmed the court granted the benefit of the doubt, finding the prosecution's evidence vague and inconclusive.
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.