Guns and Glamour: Thailand's Shooting Spree Raises Questions About Civic Culture The recent spate of shootings in Thailand has brought to light a disturbing trend that reflects the country's complex relationship between its civic institutions and its growing sense of disillusionment.
The latest incident, which saw a former MP open fire outside a government office in Nonthaburi, killing an ex police official, is only the second such shooting in as many days.
The circumstances surrounding this event are still unclear, but it's undeniable that Thailand is experiencing a crisis of civic trust and decorum.