Feb 13, 2024
Journalist and Photographer Arrested for Covering Political Activist Story
A reporter and freelance photographer from Prachathai news agency were arrested for covering the story of a political activist who spray-painted the number 112 and an anarchy symbol on the wall of Wat Phra Kaew. The 24-year-old activist and a 14-year-old girl were previously arrested for the incident. The journalist and photographer were accused of supporting an action that damaged historical sites. Thai Lawyers for Human Rights are handling their case.