reader Posted March 5 Posted March 5 From Thai PBS World A large group of Thai LGBTQ+ people rallied in front of a hotel in Sukhumvit Soi 11 in Bangkok late Monday night, reportedly to confront a group of Filipino LGBTQ+ people following a violent incident early yesterday involving members of the two groups in front of a food shop near the Nana BTS station. A member of the Thai group alleged that about 20 Filipino LGBTQ+ members attacked four Thais and then posted a clip of the incident on social media, in a way they considered to be an insult to the Thais. Two Thais were injured in the incident. They said that the rally was intended defend the dignity of Thai LGBTQ+ people. Officers from Lumpini police station were dispatched to the scene, to prevent the confrontation from intensifying, and invited the two groups to the police station to settle their dispute, with the promise of justice for both sides. Pol Col Yingyos Suwanno, the police superintendent, reportedly said that he would check the papers of the Filipinos, to find out if they have work permits. He then urged the Thais to disperse, a request with which they complied. Ruthrieston, floridarob, vinapu and 2 others 1 2 2 Quote
reader Posted March 5 Author Posted March 5 From Thai News Agency BANGKOK, March 5 (TNA) – Thai transgender women gathered in Bangkok downtown last night to reclaim dignity for their peers following an incident where four Thai transgender women were allegedly assaulted by a group of 20 Filipino transgender women. A thousand of Thai transgender women gathered outside a hotel in Soi Sukhumvit 11 where the Filipino transgender women involving in the brawl were staying. According to a victim’s friend, the incident occurred around 5 a.m. on Monday outside a restaurant near the BTS Nana Station. They encountered a group of Filipino transgender women with whom they had a previous conflict. A verbal exchange ensued before turning physical outside the restaurant. The Filipino group reportedly consisted of around 20 people, while only four Thai transgender women were present, resulting in injuries to the latter. The incident was later shared on social media by Filipino transgender women, causing Thai transgenders to feel humiliated. This created a significant uproar among Thai transgender community. In response, they gathered at a hotel where the Filipino transgender women involved in the case resided, hoping to resolve the issue and reclaim their dignity. Around 10 p.m., police deployed forces to maintain order at the gathering point in Soi Sukhumvit 11 to prevent further escalation and escorted three Filipino transgender women for questioning at the Lumpini Police Station. Shortly after, about 100 transgender women expressed solidarity with their peers, gathering outside the police station to monitor developments in the case. Thai transgender women, claiming to be victims, also provided statements to the police. Pol. Col. Yingyos Suwanno, chief of Lumpini Police Station emphasized fairness in their investigation for both parties. Once the culprits are identified, they will be summoned for further questioning. Authorities will also scrutinize the purpose of entry into Thailand for foreign nationals involved. tm_nyc, vinapu and TMax 1 2 Quote
macaroni21 Posted March 5 Posted March 5 Hmmm... The clues: 1. Soi Nana. 2. Five a.m. 3. Ability to mobilise 100 sisters within a day. Professional jealousy perhaps? dscrtsldnbi, floridarob, vinapu and 1 other 2 2 Quote
reader Posted March 7 Author Posted March 7 From Thai PBS World Two Filipino transgender individuals were indicted on assault charges in Pathumwan district this afternoon, for alleged involvement, with others, in the attack on six Thai transgender people at a Sukhumvit food stop on March 4, said Pol Maj-Gen Witthawat Chinkham, commander of the 5th division of Metropolitan Police Bureau. He said that police are looking for a third Filipino, who is also wanted on an assault charge and is believed to still be in the country. Most Filipino transgender people who were allegedly involved are reported to have left for the Philippines. In a separate case, Witthawat said that one Filipino was allegedly assaulted by a Thai national, identified as “Champ”, who has been released on bail, adding that the Filipino victim did not want to pursue the case in court, but would prefer to settle the case directly with the alleged assailant. Witthawat also said that the victim has not yet stated the amount compensation he wants from his alleged assailant, adding that the police will try to contact six Thai transgender people who were allegedly attacked by their Filipino counterparts on March 4th, to ask whether they would like to settle their cases out of court as well. Regarding the Filipinos who have already left Thailand, Pol Maj-Gen Witthawat admitted that he does not know whether any or all of them were involved in the assault. Regarding a complaint filed with Lumpini police yesterday, claiming that some of the Filipinos had stolen a handbag and a gold necklace, Witthawat said that it is still unclear whether the valuables were stolen or were just lost during the scuffle. Regarding the March 4 incident, the police commander said that the case had been settled among those involved, but the issue intensified because one of the Thais posted on social media urging members of the LGBTQ+ community to rally at a Sukhumvit hotel, reportedly to “protect the dignity” of Thai LGBTQ+ people. He said he would invite the social media poster for a discussion and to inform them that the incident was not a conflict between Thai and Filipino nationals, but between private individuals, adding that he has already explained this to the Philippine ambassador to Thailand. Witthawat said any allegation that some Filipino transgender people are involved in the sex trade in Bangkok is groundless. He also refuted the allegation that some Thai brokers had arranged for tourist visas for the Filipinos to come to Thailand for 20-30 days at a time to work, maintaining that there is no need for visas for ASEAN nationals to visit Thailand. TMax 1 Quote
macaroni21 Posted March 7 Posted March 7 Hahaha. Basically, this update from the authorities sounds like "Nothing to see here, folks. Move on." dscrtsldnbi, vinapu and TMax 2 1 Quote
reader Posted March 8 Author Posted March 8 From The Thaiger Filipina transgender beauty contestant speaks out after Bangkok brawl Photo courtesy of pachecolars Instagram via South China Morning Post A Filipina transgender beauty contestant stepped into the spotlight following a viral Bangkok street brawl, seeking to soothe tensions and advocate for respect from the hosts. Two Filipina nationals faced charges for assaulting six Thai transgender individuals outside the Citin Hotel on Soi Sukhumvit 11 on Monday, March 4. The altercation erupted among a group of over 20 tourists, leading to injuries on both sides. Thai transgender individuals swiftly rallied their compatriots on social media, urging them to gather outside the Filipinas’ hotel. Amidst police escorting the suspects, another scuffle ensued. Describing the confrontation, police officer Withawat Chinkam noted potential cultural and racial tensions. Lars Pacheco, who placed sixth in the Miss International Queen pageant, condemned the Filipinas’ actions and urged respectful behaviour abroad. Quote
Patanawet Posted March 22 Posted March 22 On 3/5/2024 at 6:35 PM, macaroni21 said: Hmmm... The clues: 1. Soi Nana. 2. Five a.m. 3. Ability to mobilise 100 sisters within a day. Professional jealousy perhaps? Not Soi NaNa. Wrong side of the road. Soi 11 used to be an upmarket, soi housing the likes of The Bed Club. Apparently, not now. TMax 1 Quote
