Mr Jamnong said he would seek bail for Ms Tasanee and Ms Thanthip today, adding Ms Tasanee is suffering from several health ailments. Mr Boonlert, whose family is known to have close Pheu Thai links, is said to be travelling abroad. Mr Chaturon was speaking as Pheu Thai members and red-shirt leaders arrived at the 11th Military Circle to visit Ms Tasanee yesterday. (Photo by Pornprom Satrabhaya)Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon has brushed off scepticism the regime is now aiming to purge all local Chiang Mai politicians with Pheu Thai links following recent arrests. Key Pheu Thai figure Chaturon Chaisang said the suspects should not have been charged under Section 116 nor be prosecuted at the military court.

Source: Bangkok Post July 28, 2016 21:45 UTC