(Photo by Apichit Jinakul)Police have vowed to strictly enforce traffic regulations and are considering impounding vehicles of suspected drunk drivers in attempts to minimise road accidents during the coming festive season. Over the years, successive governments have struggled to significantly reduce road deaths and injuries during the period. A total of 478 people were killed in road accidents during 2016-2017 New Year despite the "seven dangerous days" road safety campaign -- the highest toll in a decade. Gen Prawit has told the authorities to intensify their intelligence-gathering operations, especially those concerning public safety and the trafficking of illicit goods. According to Pol Gen Chakthip, he has instructed officials to collaborate with security agencies in stepping up efforts against criminal activities.

Source: Bangkok Post December 15, 2017 23:48 UTC