Picture a lively scene where the vibrant LGBTQ community stands united, creating a powerful sea of voices echoing through the air. This was the reality on February 8th, when over 500 individuals assembled near a condominium in the heart of Khlong Luang district, Pathum Thani province. They gathered to demand justice and accountability, following a shocking and bizarre incident involving an unexpected culprit—hot soup.
Just a day before, on February 7th, a distressing episode unfolded. A second-year student from a top-notch private university found himself at the receiving end of a scalding soup attack. The incident stirred up quite the storm, igniting the community’s call for responsibility from the assailants. Notably, these perpetrators, adding a twist to the saga, are also members of the LGBTQ community.
Police Colonel Kiattisak Mitprasart, the diligent head of the Khlong Luan Police Station, soon became involved. The news of the rally reached him swiftly as reports of the unfolding drama had just been filed the previous day. With banners held high and voices strong, the attendees, spearheaded by renowned activist Kan Jompalang, insisted on a public apology. The ire was palpable as it emerged that the victim had been bullied into quitting his course and attacked in vulnerability, while showering, no less, leaving him to flee in a manner that would make any escape room aficionado raise an eyebrow.
The wheels of justice began turning as the suspects were apprehended and subjected to an intense round of police questioning. The charges? Causing bodily harm—a charge befitting their heated and soupy antics. In response to the uproar, Pol. Col. Kiattisak, backed by senior officers, coordinated with the security team to lend an aura of calm to the tumultuous condominium grounds.
What burst forth was a protest of crescendo gravity, a movement born to coerce an apology from the remorse-deprived offenders. Big Calypso, emerging as the voice of the LGBTQ clan, passionately voiced the collective yearning for apology. The group’s wish? For the culprits to confess, ironically enough, with a dash of remorse.
Amidst cheers that enveloped the rally, Kan Jompalang took center stage. The solidarity of the LGBTQ community, he noted, was on full display, unequivocally denouncing violence in all its forms. That both victim and attackers belonged to the same community only magnified the call for justice, which Kan declared would not escape their grasp. The intensity spelled out a stark reality—an orchestrated public trimming of hair, a swarming gang of around 10, and coercion at a frightful scale. It all crescendoed into a dramatic shower scene worthy of a cinematic thriller.
The escapade didn’t conclude, as intimidation ceased to respect boundaries. Allegations arose of subsequent harassment and coercion—demands for hush money, battering the victim further into the arms of dread. As waves of similar complaints rose, so did the stories of persecution, adding layers to the already complex narrative. Kan, with a piercing glare of resolve, noted that the unrepentant perpetrators were now on a witch hunt, hunting for those betraying their secret to law enforcement.
Dust-up edged towards complicity with reports spilling forth of another hapless student squeezing out over 40,000 baht (approximately US$1,180) in the name of self-preservation, fueling outrage across university campuses and within the vibrant LGBTQ milieu. The saga underscored the might and momentum of collective opposition, as Kan warned that even the supporters of these boorish acts should consider themselves forewarned of impending ramifications—the consequences aligning in their trajectories.
KhaoSod reported inclusively as Pol. Col. Kiattisak reassured onlookers of a meticulous investigation—a promise to extinguish violence with determination, upholding the mantra that such acts bear no place in a community striving towards safety and harmony.
This is such a bizarre incident! Hot soup as a weapon? I can’t believe this actually happened. Why would anyone do something like that?
Right? It’s shocking, but it highlights deeper issues of bullying and harassment even within the LGBTQ community.
True, but we should be supporting each other, not resorting to violence. This paints such a negative picture.
People are complicated. I’ve seen similar things. It’s sad but true.
I’m just glad the police took it seriously. Stuff like this gets ignored too often.
Totally agree. But let’s see if real justice is served, or if it’s just talk.
How sad that even in spaces meant to be safe havens, we see acts of violence. Shame on those attackers!
It reflects poorly on the community as a whole when a few act so irresponsibly.
Exactly. It’s important to address and root out this behavior swiftly.
Why are people focusing only on the fact that they’re LGBTQ? The coverage would be different if it involved any other students.
Because they’re using their identity as a shield and it’s about internal community dynamics.
Fair point. But the media always sensationalizes based on identity. It’s frustrating.
This event is a stark reminder of how university campuses can sometimes hide bullying and violence.
If universities cover it up, they should be held accountable too.
Absolutely, Erick. Transparency and accountability are needed at all levels.
The rally could’ve been more peaceful, why resort to protests? Let the police handle it.
Sometimes pressure from the community is necessary to ensure action is taken.
I wonder about the long-term implications for the students involved. Will they face expulsion or other consequences from the university?
If the university knows what’s good for its reputation, it might.
This whole saga sounds like something out of a drama series. Unreal.
As much as I feel for the victim, public apologies don’t fix behavior. Real change is more complex.
True, but it’s a first step. Acknowledging wrongdoing is crucial.
I hope the victim receives some form of justice and support from the community.
Community support can be powerful. I hope they’re not alone.
Hot soup aside, we should be discussing the finer details of bullying. It’s the real issue here.
Why use soup when there are safer ways to settle disagreements? This only adds shame to the community.
Doesn’t matter that it happened in a condo or shower, it’s bullying and shouldn’t be tolerated.
This event brings up other concerns of harassment in student housing not being addressed adequately.
I feel bad for the victim but am curious what provoked such an extreme reaction. More context is needed.
Bullying is never justified though, no matter the context.
The momentum from the protest might push for more stringent housing rules at universities.