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Discussion 1 : 05/09/2012 at 06:23 PM

One law for the rich and another for everyone else is still the norm in Thai society. When we see nepotisim and corruption from the top down in every walk of life, is it any surprise this has happened. Most Thais would only see an opportunity to make money from this family. The kid driving a car that costs more than any Thai would earn in a few lifetimes is obcene and he deserves to be jailed for manslaughter caused by dangerous driving.

Discussion 2 : 05/09/2012 at 11:34 AM

this corupt policeman is a disgrace to his fellow policeman to try and cover up an appalling accident where a policeman was killed is unthinkable,if found guilty,thrown out of the forces .no transfer to inactive duty ,to show to their citizens that the law must be seen to be working,and was the young driver breathilized ?

Discussion 3 : 05/09/2012 at 10:33 AM

The policeman's family will be compensated handsomely. The kid will get a suspended sentence.

Discussion 4 : 05/09/2012 at 10:07 AM

#16: In theory you should be correct. If the Red Bull heir gets off with a slap on the wrist, it should damage the drink's image because we know that the company's integrity will have been damaged. But we know that he will be cleared of blame, and that the Thais will accept this as business as usual and as quite normal. It's just like the Thais expect politicians to be corrupt and they accept it without caring. I doubt if the sales will drop at all.

Discussion 5 : 05/09/2012 at 09:52 AM

- "Bangkok police chief says an officer who tried to scapegoat an innocent man to protect the hit-and-run driver should be sacked from the force." I do not think so. He needs to be jailed!

Discussion 6 : 05/09/2012 at 08:57 AM

First of all, the driver should be charged with involuntary manslaughter and failure to remain at the scene. The police officer who tried to cover this up should be fired, and charged with obstructing justice and accessory after the fact. But, nothing fair or just will actually happen.

Discussion 7 : 05/09/2012 at 08:56 AM

Sounds to me like someone of a junior rank (above his station) went sniffing for the money first. Probably been put down by a senior rank for not paying his dues or knowing his order for catching the crumbs off the table.

Discussion 8 : 05/09/2012 at 08:32 AM

This is a distraction. The news focus should be on the alleged culprits arrest, charges, court and penalty. The sheriff needs his day in court, but let us not allow his actions to shift focus from the murder of a traffic cop. from iPhone application.

Discussion 9 : 05/09/2012 at 08:24 AM

What a wimp for not stopping and dragging this poor man's body for hundreds of meters. Then running away. He should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law possible. And the policeman who tried to get the employee charged should be fired and go to jail. Justice in Thailand has to start some time. Maybe now is the time? P.S. this is being reported on CNN also. World news for sure. And another black spot for Thailand.

Discussion 10 : 05/09/2012 at 08:18 AM

An interesting and sad case. If the kid gets away lighly it could end up hurting the brand image of red bull big time. People can simply decide to stop buying it ! Guess the products are nowhere to be found at Thong Lor police station - or !!!!

Discussion 11 : 05/09/2012 at 08:17 AM

Let’s hope this case could be a tipping point for the Thai justice system and that justice is not only done but clearly seen to be done and done swiftly. One can only judge from media reports but the case appears to very clear and the comments of the Bangkok police chief very positive. If found guilty the accused should be given a meaningful and long prison sentence. The officer accused of protecting the accused, if found guilty, should be fired with loss of all accrued benefits. Forget about the inactive post transfer. The sooner the farce of inactive posts in all services is abolished the sooner Thailand can finally move forward with true justice. Reading all previous posts lets hope money can be kept out of this case, and seen to be kept out.

Discussion 12 : 05/09/2012 at 08:03 AM

a farang friend of mine had a large sum of money stolen from his desk in his office. Police found a group of glue-sniffing Thai kids who did it. the friend got a portion of the money returned. Guess where the lion's share of money went. If police don't know what's corrupt or what's not, then how can we expect them to do the right thing?

Discussion 13 : 05/09/2012 at 07:31 AM

A few years ago I was driving around 110kph on Bangna-Trad highway at 7pm and a motorcycle trying to make a quick lane-change into my (middle)lane in front of me after having made a U-turn. It was happening so fast that I didn't even have time to react and I just crashed into the motorcycle, which became lodged into my front grill, dragging it along until I could stop the car. The driver was thrown into a ditch, so I took him to the hospital that required 10 stitches to his head (I paid for it, also fixed his motorcycle), and we said goodbye. It cost me 40,000 Bhts to fixed my car, by the way. And I am sure that it wasn't entirely my fault.

Discussion 14 : 05/09/2012 at 07:31 AM

Whether or not he's fired, he will wind up with a big wad of 1,000 baht bills in his pocket. But yes, he should be fired, and so should every other policeman who is derelict in his duties, which would lessen police manpower nationwide - considerably.

Discussion 15 : 05/09/2012 at 07:12 AM

If the police guy is sacked, almost the entire police force should go the same way..... Thai police is full of corruption and the ones to blace for all the problems in the country. A clean police force, enforcing the laws would be a a much better country to live in ! But this is just a dream ;)

Discussion 16 : 05/09/2012 at 07:07 AM

"Could be"? How about, charged for perverting the course of justice, tried, and if guilty then fired and sent to jail.

Discussion 17 : 05/09/2012 at 07:00 AM

He should be able to get away cause Red Bull gives you wings.

Discussion 18 : 05/09/2012 at 06:54 AM

“The Bangkok police chief said if the investigation confirms the inspector acted illegally, he will face both disciplinary and criminal punishment” Will this happen with all police officers who act illegally (like taking bribes) or only with this one? How many police offers would be left in Thailand if all who act illegally “will face both disciplinary and criminal punishment”?

Discussion 19 : 05/09/2012 at 06:36 AM

"wrapped up soon". Maybe in 2 or 3 years

Discussion 20 : 05/09/2012 at 06:35 AM

Come on, give the rich kid a break. He was driving extremely fast on Sukhumvit which is just like the tollway right? He didn't see the policeman because he was too busy and tired at 5:30am from being out all night partying. Probably the policeman's fault for being in the way, the rich kid was in a hurry to get home and get to bed. Maybe his big hat caused him to not see the policeman??? Just give him a 500 baht fine and everyone will be happy...right? Oh...give the policeman's family some money and may as well give some money to all the policemen who were there so they can forget what they saw......and then..."what accident?"

Discussion 21 : 05/09/2012 at 05:40 AM

Khamronwit had a very good reputation and is well-liked in Pathumthani. He is one of the very few that will ensure the law is enforced. It will be interested to see if justice is metered in this case

Discussion 22 : 05/09/2012 at 05:38 AM

And incidents like this haven't happened before...amazing what social media is forcing the Thai authorities to start behaving like real police or end up being ridiculed.

Discussion 23 : 05/09/2012 at 05:22 AM

Don't worry, folks! The "misunderstandings" will soon be sorted out, I mean, the "misunderstanding" about the police inspector; the "misunderstanding" about the Red Bull heir being involved in an accident; and the "misunderstanding" that it was even his Ferrari. It will transpire that a street cleaner is to blame for everything.

Discussion 24 : 05/09/2012 at 04:18 AM

Could be fired,he should be fired.

Discussion 25 : 05/09/2012 at 02:35 AM

"including Mr Vorayuth's blood alcohol content," after several days? New method perhaps?