Thai Senator seeks investigation into ex-army chief Prawit Wongsuwon for striking female reporter.

Thailand's senator Tewarit Maneechai has requested a parliamentary investigation into former army chief and politician Prawit Wongsuwon, after a video emerged showing him striking a female television reporter on the head. The incident, described as physical harassment, has prompted widespread condemnation from Thailand's media community and has been seen as a disrespectful act towards a journalist carrying out her work. The Palang Pracharat Party spokesman stated Wongsuwon had apologized, claiming it was teasing from someone who knew the reporter well.

August 20, 2024
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