Ex-Inmate Sells 'Big Muscle Durian' Outside Prison, Creates Honest Livelihood

MGR Online•Society•20d ago

Reader Briefing

Former inmate finds post-release success selling 'Big Muscle Durian' with a unique marketing strategy.

•An ex-convict in Ang Thong has opened a durian stall named 'Big Muscle Durian' outside the provincial prison.
•The stall's concept leverages the owner's muscular physique, developed during imprisonment, as a unique selling point.
•The durian is from Chanthaburi and is sold at 120 Baht per kilogram, with a guarantee of quality and taste.
•This initiative aims to provide an honest livelihood for former inmates and reduce recidivism.

•An ex-convict, aged 40, partnered with a friend to open a durian stall.
•The former inmate used vocational training received at prison, including culinary arts and business skills, to establish an honest livelihood.
•The durian stall is located on the roadside in front of Ang Thong Provincial Prison.
•The stall operates daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM under the name 'Big Muscle Durian'.
•Chanthaburi durians are sold at 120 Baht per kilogram, promising good quality and taste.
•The name 'Big Muscle Durian' was derived from the owner's muscular physique and large biceps, developed through weight training in prison.
•The owner expressed gratitude to the Director of Ang Thong Provincial Prison for supporting vocational training for inmates.
•Customers are attracted by the unique concept and are motivated to support former inmates pursuing honest work, contributing to societal reintegration.

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Ex-inmate

"A robust physique and large biceps developed from exercising while in prison."

รูปร่างกำยำและกล้ามแขนที่ได้จากการออกกำลังกายระหว่างอยู่ในเรือนจำ

Customer

"I want to support and encourage former inmates who are trying to build honest careers."

ต้องการช่วยอุดหนุนและเป็นกำลังใจให้อดีตผู้ต้องขังที่ตั้งใจประกอบอาชีพสุจริต

Former inmate(อดีตผู้ต้องขัง)

The 40-year-old individual who opened and operates the 'Big Muscle Durian' stall after being released from prison.

Mr. Thitinai Patikaboot(นายธิตินัย พาติกบุตร)

The Director of Ang Thong Provincial Prison who is thanked for supporting vocational training for inmates.

Ang Thong Provincial Prison(เรือนจำจังหวัดอ่างทอง)

The correctional facility in Ang Thong where former inmates receive vocational training and from which the durian stall is located nearby.

Chanthaburi durian(ทุเรียนจันทบุรี)

The origin of the durians sold at the 'Big Muscle Durian' stall, indicating a specific variety or source.