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Wayne Hay

Thai police probe why Red Bull heir hit-and-run case dropped

Thai police probe why Red Bull heir hit-and-run case dropped

Thai police have launched an internal investigation into their handling of a high profile hit-and-run case.

There has been public outcry over a perceived culture of impunity for the rich after charges were dropped against the grandson of the creator of the Red Bull energy drink.

Eight years ago, he fled Thailand after a fatal crash in which a police officer was killed.

 

Al Jazeera's Wayne Hay reports from Bangkok.

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