Suspect officer hit with charges (opens original article in a new tab)

A Thai border patrol officer was charged with multiple crimes after shooting two motorcycle taxi drivers during a fare dispute, with investigators opposing bail.

• A Border Patrol Police officer was charged with premeditated murder, attempted murder, and illegal firearm possession after fatally shooting two motorcycle taxi drivers in a fare dispute.
• The officer surrendered and claimed self-defense, stating the victims assaulted him first.
• Investigators opposed bail, citing the case's seriousness and risk of the suspect fleeing.