Bangkok: ‘Big Tao’ has issued a directive to the Highway Police to intensify their efforts against the notorious ‘no-bath gang’, emphasizing the urgency of taking action within a week should there be evidence of police involvement in bribery related to gang activities. Pol. Lt. Col. Charoonkiat Pankaew, deputy commander of the Central Investigation Bureau, highlighted the disruptive activities of the ‘Nam Mai Aob’ motorcycle gang, which recently caused public inconvenience during their journey to Phetchabun Province.
According to Thai News Agency, the gang’s activities have been a source of public nuisance, with reports of road misuse, accidents, and failure to pay for accommodations and fuel. Pol. Col. Charoonkiat stated that over 100 individuals have been fined in connection with the gang’s activities. He affirmed the commitment of the national police chief and the Central Investigation Bureau chief to address the allegations of sticker bribes. Any police officer found complicit will face immediate dismiss
al within a week, with names to be submitted to the Anti-Corruption Division.
Pol. Maj. Gen. Charoonkiat addressed concerns about the source of the stickers, stating that action will be contingent upon evidence. The public is encouraged to report any information to the authorities. Should evidence implicate police officers, appropriate measures will be enacted. The highway police have been directed to adopt a more rigorous approach in handling the gang.
In response to queries about potential future disruptions by the gang, Pol. Col. Charoonkiat indicated that forceful measures, including collaboration with other agencies, might be deployed. This could involve seizing vehicles to inspect for illegal modifications. Any legal infractions will be addressed to curb such activities. He equated the gang’s conduct to that of nocturnal racing gangs that cause disturbances, emphasizing the necessity of legal enforcement to manage their aggressive behavior.