Investigation launched into alleged official collusion in human trafficking

Today 10:24 Key points summarised by AI

Interior Ministry launched a probe into alleged government official collusion within a human trafficking network exploiting Myanmar children in Bangkok.
The network forced children, aged 5-18, to sell items on Khaosan Road and other tourist areas from early evening until early morning for minimal pay (10 baht per sale).
Victims endured severe abuse, including physical assault, threats, and burns from heated spoons, with some still bearing visible scars.
Evidence from a suspect's phone suggests officials tipped off the network about planned inspections, allowing victims to be moved and evade authorities.
Four suspects were arrested, and eight victims were rescued, now under the care of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.

DSI to question friend of Kong Salak Plus CEOs over ฿100m bank transfer

Today 04:09 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's DSI has summoned Tantai Narongkoon, a business associate of Kong Salak Plus CEO Panthawat Nakvisut, concerning a ฿100 million bank transfer found in his account.
Investigators suspect Panthawat transferred the funds to Tantai to conceal the money's source, as no reciprocal transfers from Tantai to Panthawat's account have been identified.