Pak Kret Police Officer Faces Dismissal After Karaoke Bar Altercation
A police sergeant major in Nonthaburi is facing potential dismissal following an incident where he allegedly slapped a commando officer at a karaoke bar.
On November 10, 2026, Pol. Col. Adirek Thongkaew, Superintendent of Pak Kret Police Station in Nonthaburi, announced that an internal investigation committee has recommended the dismissal of Police Sergeant Major Sathaporn Passa. The recommendation follows an incident on the night of October 31, 2026, at a karaoke venue in the Muang Thong Thani area. According to reports, the officer, who was allegedly intoxicated, slapped a Police Lance Corporal serving in the commando unit. The altercation reportedly stemmed from a misunderstanding, as the sergeant major mistakenly believed the victim was falsely claiming to be a commando officer. Following the incident, the victim filed a formal complaint, leading to the arrest of the sergeant major and an associate. Both were detained and subsequently released on bail by the Nonthaburi District Court. The recommendation for dismissal is based on charges of serious disciplinary misconduct and inappropriate behavior. The case has now been forwarded to the Nonthaburi Provincial Police Commander for final review and decision. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights ongoing efforts by Thai authorities to address police conduct. While the legal process is underway, the final administrative decision regarding the officer's employment remains to be confirmed by provincial police leadership.
