18 October 2023 at 06: 54 PUBLISHED
On Tuesday, Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol, the head of the national police, requested a report from the Police General Hospital( PGH ) regarding the care Thaksin Shinawatra is receiving in prison.
The call was made following the distribution of a picture of Thaksin undergoing computed tomography ( CT ) and magnetic resonance imaging( MRI ) scans while dressed as the patient and wearing face mask and gown.
The image, which went viral last week on social media, drew condemnation for Thaksin’s possible specific treatment and privileges.
The image allegedly circulated on function. Critics speculated that it might be meant to convey the idea that Thaksin is still gravely ill and requires additional medical care outside of captivity.
The picture was taken as Thaksin’s 90-day hospitalization timeframe for out-of-prison patients was about to go on Friday.
Pol Gen Torsak acknowledged on Tuesday that, given his recent appointment as federal police commander, he knew little about the hospitalization issue.
The Corrections Department, which is in charge of the original top, has asked the authorities to help with providing protection for him.
Thaksin, 74, was given a complete sentence of eight times in three cases when he returned to Thailand on August 22 after 15 years of self-imposed captivity.
Nevertheless, he was transferred from Bangkok Remand Prison to the PGH that evening due to health reasons, and has stayed there ever since.
His Majesty the King reduced his eight-year prison sentence to one month after he requested a royal pardon.
Social activist Srisuwan Janya petitioned the Justice Ministry on Tuesday and January 1st, asking for an exploration into Thaksin’s care at the PGH to determine whether it is in violation of the Corrections Act.
Critics contend that despite the fact that the photo was taken from a distance, Thaksin’s face was left exposed to make it appear as though the former top however needs medical attention.
Thaksin’s hospitalization at the PGH may spoil the Corrections Act, which states that only inmates who suffered critical or mental condition are permitted to get special treatment outside of jail, Mr. Srisuwan noted, despite his series of illnesses, such as heart disease, lung condition, high blood pressure, and a bulging lumbar disc.
He furthermore questioned why Thaksin wasn’t given a little prisoner hair, which is mandated by rules set forth by the Corrections Department.