Justice reform can't waitThe Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted many activities, but it shouldn't disturb the justice process. On Friday, Athapol Yaisawang, chairman of the Public Prosecutor Commission, admitted the delay, citing regulatory obstacles. According to him, the probe panel agreed to firstly investigate Nate Naksuk, the deputy attorney-general who decided to drop the reckless driving charge against Mr Vorayuth. The RTP's panel has reportedly recommended the police chief drop the investigation against implicated officials after six months of probing. These problems suggest Gen Prayut should authorise an independent panel to take over the investigation, in order to restore shattered public faith in the justice system.

Source: Bangkok Post April 18, 2021 22:30 UTC