Phuket teen racing crackdown puts parents in legal trouble
Phuket police caught seven minors accused of racing motorcycles on public roads and setting off fireworks while filming content for social media today, October 11, with eight motorcycles seized and all parents facing legal action. The group, known as the “Bang Khonthi” gang, was tracked down after complaints about motorcycle racing and loud fireworks causing … The story Phuket teen racing…
Phuket police have seized eight motorcycles and are facing legal action against seven minors accused of racing motorcycles on public roads and setting off fireworks for social media content, according to a story on Thaiger News. The group, known as the "Bang Khonthi" gang, was apprehended after complaints of motorcycle racing and loud fireworks disturbing residents, particularly near a hospital.
All seven minors, under 18, are facing allegations of reckless driving, public nuisance, and excessive noise. Police are seeking court approval to confiscate the seized motorcycles. Additionally, the parents of the minors face action under the Child Protection Act. Police have also identified another 16 youths at risk of engaging in similar behavior.
In a separate crackdown, 51 youths were detained and 38 modified motorcycles seized in Roi Et following complaints about noisy bikes.
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