Public warned of nighttime dangers

Published: 13/04/2009 at 09:26 PM
Online news: Breakingnews

People in Bangkok should be careful of potential dangers caused by the anti-government protesters during the night, Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugsuban said in a televised address on Monday night.

Mr Suthep, who is responsible for enforcing the Emergency Decree in Bangkok and five nearby provinces, praised authorities for being patient and seizing most areas once occupied by the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) protesters, such as roads around the Victory Monument and Din Daeng intersection.

They had been successful in dispersing the protesters without resulting in fatalities.

However, he asked the general public to be on alert during nighttime, as the red-shirt group may incite violence, such as committing arson or hurling explosives, in different areas of the capital.

He also asked the public to promptly notify authorities if they witness unusual activities.

"People should not panic but they should not be inattentive as well," said the deputy prime minister.

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freedom fighter

Discussion 5 : 13/04/2009 at 11:00 PM5
Just resign and go home, Mr Suthep. Please don't be bias Bankok Post as it will confuse us.
peace

Discussion 4 : 13/04/2009 at 10:35 PM4
Please get rid of the Thailands THAKSIN-ADOLF HITHER incarnation.The evil THAKSIN is the root of the problem.
DAVID CHALLEN

Discussion 3 : 13/04/2009 at 10:23 PM3
Thank you Bangkok Post for your Breaking News Reporting, I normally live in Chonburi but for now are in a hospital bed in England. Thanks to you I can keep update with unbised views throughtout the day, please keep them coming, you are doing a service to Thailand
John in BKK

Discussion 2 : 13/04/2009 at 10:21 PM2
Typical BP pro-PAD propaganda: beware, bad people wearing red shirts will sneak up to you at night and take your shoes!

BP, stop using scare articles and start reporting facts with evidence. At least be a little professional!
peace

Discussion 1 : 13/04/2009 at 10:04 PM1
Because some people at Nangleung marget listenned ASTV whole day, everyday, they will be against red-shite. The government should shut off ASTV.

Public warned of nighttime dangers