gun control Archives - Ko Samui & Ko Phangan

Gun Amnesty Program Announced in Response to Mafia Activity

richard2 weeks ago4 mins

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has announced a 30day gun amnesty period, offering individuals without proper firearm permits the opportunity to hand in their weapons at any police station without facing legal consequences. This decision comes as the government seeks to crack down on unlicensed firearms and reduce violence connected to mafialike networks.

Combating ‘Mafia-like’ Kamnans: Anutin’s Plan of Action

richard3 weeks ago4 mins

Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, has taken action against the rise of mafiastyle local leaders by assigning his deputy, Chada Thaiset, and all provincial governors to gather information on them. The aim is to blacklist such local leaders found to be involved in violent gangs.