AI In-brief 20 Sept 15:56

Chiang Mai police superintendent transferred after gambling den raids

The Chang Phueak police superintendent in Chiang Mai was transferred to the provincial police bureau due to alleged failure to crack down on illegal gambling operations.
Deputy Interior Minister Polapee Suwunchwee led raids on two suspected gambling dens in Muang district, resulting in arrests and the confiscation of cash and equipment.

AI In-brief Yesterday 18:04

Four evacuation centres ready for those fleeing fighting in Myanmar

Thai authorities prepare four evacuation shelters in Mae Hong Son's Sob Moei district for villagers and Myanmar people fleeing intensified fighting near the border.
Myanmar junta's daily air strikes near the Thai border have caused minor damage to a hospital and 18 houses in Mae Sam Laeb from stray shrapnel.
Thailand has increased security, requested a 10-kilometer safe zone from the Myanmar junta, and observed quiet cross-border trade due to escalating conflict.