The Thaiger
Thai court denies bail for alleged rapist Samrit Rimthuen
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At 2.30pm on June 6, Kanthas Phongphaiboolwetch, known as “Kan Jompalang,” accompanied victim Mira Durongchayanurak, known as “Nong Mira,” and their lawyer to Nonthaburi Provincial Court in a case against Samrit Rimthuen, also known as “Sue Dusit,” who faces charges of assault and rape.
Key facts
- At 2.30pm on June 6, Kanthas Phongphaiboolwetch, known as “Kan Jompalang,”
- The case was initially filed at Bang Kruai Police Station, resulting in an arrest warrant for Samrit
- Kan Jompalang said he brought Nong Mira to court to oppose bail at the initial hearing, only to learn the court had already ruled against it
- He said the victim plans to continue opposing bail throughout any appeal process.
Summary
The case was initially filed at Bang Kruai Police Station, resulting in an arrest warrant for Samrit. He surrendered to authorities on June 6 and was sent to Nonthaburi Provincial Court, where bail was denied following an objection from investigating officers. Samrit was transferred to Nonthaburi Provincial Prison. During the transfer, he was seen smiling and greeting friends who had gathered to see him.
Kan Jompalang said he brought Nong Mira to court to oppose bail at the initial hearing, only to learn the court had already ruled against it. He said the victim plans to continue opposing bail throughout any appeal process.