The Justice Ministry has launched an aggressive response after the Department of Corrections discovered illicit privileges granted to Chinese inmates at Bangkok Remand Prison. | NBT World

A Bangkok correctional facility is at the centre of an unfolding scandal following allegations that select inmates were granted unauthorised privileges, including access to sex workers and other illicit comforts. The claims have led to a formal investigation, with officials questioning staff suspected of facilitating the misconduct. Rights advocates argue that the situation reveals deeply rooted issues within the prison system and a culture of unequal treatment based on wealth or influence. Auth

PM insists no one will be spared in Bangkok prison ‘Chinese harem’ scandal . Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Friday (November 21) addressed the scandal surrounding Bangkok Remand Prison, where officials allegedly granted illegal privileges to a group of detained Chinese criminal syndicates, known as “grey Chinese”, including access to luxury items and, in some cases, visits from women inside the facility. . Anutin said the Justice Minister had been instructed to enforce regulations strictl

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been transferred to Klong Prem Central Prison, as his previous facility is designated for pre-trial detainees. | NBT World

'Joe Ferrari' moved to Bangkok's Klong Prem prison (Video courtesy of Crime Suppression Division) View full report at www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2175963 | Bangkok Post