Police officer that allegedly drunkenly shot noodle seller changes plea to not guilty

[Thaiger]

The (former) Phuket police officer that allegedly drunkenly shot Aroon Thongplab, a 25 year noodle seller, is now pleading not guilty. He plans to see his day in court, instead. Pornthep Channarong allegedly shot Aroon in the stomach last Febrraury as Aroon was retrieving a noodle bowl from a customer. Pornthep was soon relieved of duty and currently faces charges of attempted murder, carrying a firearm in a public area with necessary reason, and firing a weapon in a public area. CCTV video captured Pornthep (allegedly) shooting Aroon and then mocking the wounded man. He also (allegedly) kicked Aroon on […]

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[Craig]

Not guilty due to overcooked noodles.  

[Scott]

This tragic and horrific incident disturbed me tremendously.  Obviously, there needs to be sophisticated physiological screening on a routine basis for all police officers.  Tremendous damages must be paid to the unfortunate victim of this needless and unjustified act of violence in the form of a monumental monetary settlement to be dispersed on a monthly basis for the remainder of the victims life.  Life in prison for the perpetrator is appropriate.  Again, the key here moving forward is to conduct routine and consistent psychological screening for every police officer.