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Super Poll: 84.14% of Thais Support Crackdown on Illegal Firearms
A recent survey indicates strong public support for Royal Thai Police efforts to seize illegal weapons to enhance public safety.
According to a survey released on August 12, 2026, by Super Poll, 84.14% of Thai citizens support the Royal Thai Police’s (RTP) ongoing campaign to eradicate illegal firearms. The research, conducted between August 10 and 11, 2026, surveyed 1,045 individuals across various professions nationwide with a 95% confidence level and a margin of error of ±3%.
Dr. Chanwit Ariyavoranan, acting director of Super Poll, noted that the survey reflects public sentiment regarding the measures implemented under the leadership of Police General Kitrat Phanphet, the Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police. The findings suggest that in a climate of social concern regarding gun-related violence, the majority of the public holds a positive view of the police force's efforts in prevention, rapid incident response, and the systematic seizure of illicit weapons.
For residents and travelers, this initiative highlights a heightened focus on law enforcement visibility and security operations. While the survey demonstrates significant public backing for these measures, it remains to be seen how these enforcement strategies will evolve in practice and what long-term impact they will have on overall crime statistics. The data serves as a snapshot of current public opinion rather than a definitive measure of the campaign's ultimate success.