Demolition of Samsen Police Station Over 70% Complete, Expected to Finish by October 25

Bangkok: Demolition of Samsen Police Station is over 70% complete and is expected to be completed by October 25. The Bangkok governor admitted that the road surface may not be open anytime soon and requires careful planning.

According to Thai News Agency, officials continue to demolish the Samsen Police Station building, deploying fire trucks to reduce dust throughout the work. Drainage pipes are being brought in to prepare for a drainage system before constructing a ramp connecting it to Sukhothai Road and returning it to Vajira Hospital. Demolition of the Samsen Police Station building is currently underway, and inspections have not revealed any movement of surrounding buildings. However, officials are continuing to work cautiously.

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, speaking live on Facebook, stated that the demolition of the Samsen Police Station building is approximately 70% complete and is expected to be completed by Saturday. He acknowledged that the road surface may not be cleared anytime soon, requiring careful planning. Monday marks the start of the school term, and consideration may be given to adding a shuttle bus service to alleviate the impact. A final discussion on this matter will be held tomorrow.