He was preparing a donation of drinking water for Covid victims when the men turned up. The video shows him lighting it for Mr Thong, who is seated and appears to be handcuffed. As Happy Birthday plays in the background, he gives Mr Thong a lengthy lecture on the perils of drugs. He then offers him the cake, so Mr Thong can make a wish and blow it out. Pol Lt Chananon said Mr Thong turned to drugs to help raise his family after losing his job.

Source: Bangkok Post August 07, 2021 23:15 UTC