03 Nov 2021 | 01:38 AM UTC
Thailand: Activists to gather at Ratchada Criminal Court in Bangkok from 08:30 Nov. 3
Activists to protest at Ratchada Criminal Court in Bangkok, Thailand, from 08:30 Nov. 3. Tight security likely; disruptions possible.
Event
Pro-democracy activists from the United Front of Thammasat and Demonstration group plan to protest outside the Criminal Court of Thailand (Ratchada Criminal Court) on Ratchadaphisek Road in Bangkok from 08:30 Nov. 3. The action is to demand bail for pro-democracy protest leaders. Dozens to hundreds of people could participate in the demonstration. Pro-government groups could stage counterprotests.
Authorities will likely bolster security near the court and nearby government buildings Nov. 3. Localized transport and business disruptions could occur, especially if activists occupy nearby streets. Clashes between rival groups, as well as between protesters and security personnel, are possible. Police will probably disperse demonstrators if they attempt to bypass security barriers. Mass arrests may occur if security forces determine demonstrators violate COVID-19 restrictions, lese majeste laws that ban alleged insults against the monarchy, or public gathering permit requirements.
Advice
Avoid the Criminal Court of Thailand and the surrounding area Nov. 3 as a precaution. Heed all official traffic and security advisories. If violence occurs nearby, immediately leave the area and seek shelter in a nongovernment building. Plan for possible localized transport disruptions and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations.
