Tourist condemns Thai police injustice

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Tourist condemns Thai police injustice

Published: 30 Nov 2012 at 15.40
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Thai police are again under fire overseas after an Australian TV report about a man who lost his girlfriend in an accident and was then allegedly framed by police on Koh Samui.

Tragedy in Thailand aired on Channel 9 in Australia on Tuesday. Jamie Keith (left) alleges Koh Samui police attempted to exort money from him after the death of his girlfriend, Nicole Fitzsimons (right) in a motorcycle accident. Image from Channel 9.

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shopwow
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Discussion 34 : 30 Nov 2012 at 22.0734
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I feel sorry for the tourist believe me. These things have been going on for decades. Suddenly it has become easier to reveal the truth through various online media including social media. Many tourists have quietly borne such injustice and bravely handled their suffering but NOW, there is a very good chance of a severe down rating of Thailand as a tourist destination. For decades there has been a racket on the road behind suriwong road in Silom - policemen stand in corners in the dark, physically search non-Thai peoples pockets and rob money. No one talks for fear of being killed. See the dark side of Thailand today.
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Discussion 33 : 30 Nov 2012 at 21.5633
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I think it's a good thing that questionable actions from Thai authorities are shown on tv in foreign countries, there are of course many decent police officers in Thailand but undercover footage has shown many dirty ones do operate countrywide.
I have massive sympathy for the victims, can't imagine grieving for a loved one whilst being put in the frame for killing her at the same time. An absolute disgraceful episode. I hope it makes someone up top push for change, but sadly i doubt it will.

The phrase "there are no laws" is absolutely true when it comes to road policing here, & its the area that most desperately needs it
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Discussion 32 : 30 Nov 2012 at 21.4432
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Once again the Royal Thai Polics show their true colors.

Absolutely disgraceful.
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Discussion 31 : 30 Nov 2012 at 20.5731
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I live in the major tourist area of Khaw Yai. I drive more slowly and carefully during tourist season. I have been rewarded by avoiding several close calls that might have been serious accidents. I keep in mind that tourists often don't know where they are going and aren't always watching the road. At night I double up on the caution. Naturally, the Bangkokians continue to drive fast and stupid.
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Discussion 30 : 30 Nov 2012 at 20.5730
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#15 somnamna

If you are indeed a Thai person, you grew up here and the cheating and corruption is something you are perhaps used to, so it doesn't bother you much, and indeed is just part of a lifestyle. Although many developed countries do indeed have scamming, it is not so omnipotently blatant and in your face at every level. It would seem your arguments are contradicted by ABAC polls that have placed a high % of society as condoning corruption
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Discussion 29 : 30 Nov 2012 at 20.2929
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Ploydonut - Thai people haven't lived in Thailand for millions of years - Thai people or Tai actually are originally from the South of China and arrived between 1'700 - 1'900 years ago and mingled with the then very sparsely distributed natives and took over.
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Discussion 28 : 30 Nov 2012 at 20.2728
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Disc 10,bkkmatt,totaly agree with you as an ex-pat and 32 years here ive seen unbelieveable accidents as i drive around Thailand.The Thai police are scary and i too try to avoid them as much as i can,so much so that if i see them i will perposely turn down another lane if i can.Living in Pattaya its unbelievable the daily horrific accidents you see here.And half the reason is because alot of thais do not use indicators and they drive to fast.At night many have no lights as if a bulb of 65baht was more important than a life.Scary but fact.Look at the Daily fatal minibus accidents.My advise to tourists do not travel in minibuses and coaches.
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Discussion 27 : 30 Nov 2012 at 20.2527
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Borrocks

jamie swerved to the left before cutting across almost the whole lane turning right. That is against the traffic laws in any country, including in Australia. Driving without a valid license? Likewise..HE is at least reckless as the other motorcycle driver.
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Discussion 26 : 30 Nov 2012 at 20.2026
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in western countrys we live within the law and ave very little corruption within the police and the law says ; anyone rear ending/driving into the back of another is at fault, this is a good law as it makes people think that if you drive too fast you cannot stop quickly enough, thais drive too fast ! end of,...whats the hurry ? cant you wait to get somewhere and sit down again like taxi motorbikes ? you are among the words worst drivers but think you do no wrong after paying corruption money to pass a simple driving test , for those that even have a license that is , dont blame farangs for your own countrys faults , learn the laws of the road
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Discussion 25 : 30 Nov 2012 at 20.0425
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Discussion 24: So if you are diving and hit a cat or dog it is their mistake or the internationals law dose not apply for them? Have some sense please this is a road with tens of intersections and poor lightening, Why do you have to trust your so good ability or qualification to drive a vehicle and put your life on it thinking that others are just like you? If you think you are a good driver think also about others driving stupidity skills, The crasher and Jaime were sooooo careless and they both share the blame.
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