Seventeen individuals, including construction executives and engineers, surrendered to Thai police on charges of criminal negligence following the collapse of a high-rise building in Bangkok, which resulted in 92 confirmed deaths during an earthquake originating in Myanmar. The investigating deputy police chief cited insufficient adherence to building codes as a crucial factor in the disaster. Evidence revealed structural flaws and inferior materials used in construction. Allegations of wrongdoing, including faulty project documentation, have also appeared in Thai media, implicating both the Italian-Thai Development Co and its Chinese partner, the China Railway No. 10 company, in the incident's mismanagement.
The evidence and testimony suggest that the building plan did not meet standards and codes, leading to the tragic collapse and resulting in 92 confirmed dead.
Authorities noted that the project had structural flaws, particularly in the core lift shaft, as well as issues with substandard concrete and steel, prompting criminal negligence charges.
Those charged with criminal negligence in connection to the deadly high-rise collapse included Premchai Karnasuta, the president of Italian-Thai Development Co, who formally denied the charges.
Numerous allegations of wrongdoing have emerged since the collapse, including irregular documentation and the role of the China Railway No. 10 company, highlighting systemic issues.
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