Nakhon Pathom police instructor accused of sexual assault
Allegations have surfaced regarding a police academy instructor and a fellow officer in Sam Phran district, Nakhon Pathom province, accused of sexually assaulting a cadet. The whistleblower claims multiple victims, with higher-ranking officers allegedly covering up the incidents.
The Facebook page บิ๊กเกรียน (“Big Grean”), boasting over 320,000 followers, has brought to light distressing allegations from a police cadet. The cadet reported that they were sexually assaulted by an instructor at Sam Phran Police Cadet Academy and a police officer from the Metropolitan Police Bureau. The page highlighted that the cadet in question is not the first victim, as numerous others have reportedly suffered similar ordeals.
The page revealed a conversation, purportedly a report to a supervisor, indicating that the assaults occurred in a locker room near the rugby field and on the bleachers of the same field.
The incident, reported on November 16 around 10.30pm to 1am the next day, involved an unknown man who approached a cadet on duty during the second shift at the medical post.
The cadet, who serves in Company 6, Unit 1, Regiment 1, detailed that the perpetrator claimed to be a cadet from the 66th class and, along with a friend, offered to buy food for the cadet. They arranged to meet after the cadet’s shift, leading to a rendezvous at the rugby field locker room.
Upon arrival, the cadet found the two men waiting on the bleachers, where they coerced the cadet into consuming three bottles of soju and two cans of beer. After the cadet complied, they were instructed to proceed to a storage room beneath the bleachers, where they were pressured to engage in inappropriate acts.
Despite the cadet’s inability to comply, the two men attempted to assist but ultimately failed to achieve their goal. Subsequently, they drove the cadet back to the barracks.
Further reports suggest that many other cadets have fallen victim to similar abuse but fear and intimidation have kept them from coming forward. The บิ๊กเกรียน page claimed that the issue of sexual misconduct at the Sam Phran Police Cadet Academy is widespread and severe, with attempts by certain commanding officers to silence the victims and suppress the reports.
The misconduct within Sam Phran, Nakhon Pathom, is a significant issue, yet it remains unreported due to orders from certain police supervisors to conceal the matter.
Additionally, the page shared a screenshot of a chat, allegedly from a police instructor referred to as T. Tao from the academy, which reportedly read, “Do you prefer the instructor to teach in person or online?”
The unfolding scandal calls for a thorough investigation to ensure justice for the victims and to prevent such occurrences in the future. The public awaits a response from the relevant officials to address these serious allegations and restore trust in the institution tasked with training future law enforcement officers, reported KhaoSod.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news.
Why might systemic issues within police academies allow misconduct to persist?
Power dynamics and hierarchical structures can foster environments where abuse is hidden and silenced.
How can whistleblowers impact institutions facing serious allegations?
They can expose hidden issues, prompting public scrutiny and potentially triggering institutional change.
What if these allegations lead to significant reforms in police training practices?
It could enhance transparency, accountability, and safety for cadets, restoring public trust.
What role does social media play in uncovering institutional misconduct?
Platforms like Facebook can amplify the voices of victims, bringing attention to issues that might otherwise remain hidden.
How could the involvement of higher-ranking officers in a cover-up affect institutional credibility?
It could erode public trust and highlight the need for external oversight and reform.
