Thai man’s livestream of police brutality in Bangkok sparks outrage (video)

A Thai man livestreamed claims of police brutality, sparking widespread online criticism. The video shows him being handcuffed and assaulted by officers in Bangkok. The incident has prompted discussions on appropriate police conduct.

A video circulated online yesterday, October 8, capturing a man’s heated confrontation with a police officer. In the livestream, the man, who was handcuffed, alleged that he was unjustly detained and struck on the head by police. The video, shared widely on Facebook, has stirred significant commentary and debate.

The man in the livestream tried to explain that he was unaware of any wrongdoing. The footage also shows a man in a black shirt with long hair, identified as a police officer from Bang Pongpang Police Station, in Yan Nawa district, Bangkok, shouting at the handcuffed individual to stay quiet and listen. The officer then pointed at the camera and ordered the man’s phone to be confiscated before the livestream abruptly ended.

This incident, which occurred yesterday, has been widely criticized on social media, garnering over 500 shares and 160,000 views. Many commenters expressed their outrage at the police’s actions, questioning the legality and morality of their behaviour.

“Is this acceptable? Regardless of whether he committed a crime, assaulting him is wrong. If he’s innocent, he should definitely take legal action.”

“If they are indeed police officers, weren’t they trained not to behave like this? The policing methods in my neighbourhood have evolved beyond such crude behaviour.”

“Is this what we expect from our public servants? Good officers should communicate effectively and act justly, not engage in such thuggish behaviour. Lawbreakers should be dealt with lawfully, and the innocent should not be mistreated.”

The video has sparked a broader conversation about the conduct of law enforcement officers and their treatment of citizens. Many feel that no matter the situation, police should maintain professionalism and respect for human rights.

The police force has yet to respond to these allegations publicly. However, the incident has already left a significant impact, with many calling for accountability and changes within the police system to prevent such occurrences in the future, reported KhaoSod.