Suan Dusit Poll: Public Concerned Over Thai Crime and Gov Response

Matichon•Politics•17d ago

Reader Briefing

A Suan Dusit Poll reveals high public anxiety regarding rising crime and violence in Thailand and a lack of confidence in the government's resolution efforts.

•Suan Dusit University conducted a poll of 1,198 people between August 4-7, 2026.
•87.40% of respondents believe crime and violence in Thai society have increased.
•50.58% of participants lack confidence that the government can solve the crime problem.
•86.81% of respondents feel highly concerned about their own life safety due to recent news.

Overview

•Suan Dusit University conducted a survey of 1,198 people between August 4 and 7, 2026.
•87.40% of respondents view crime and violence in Thai society as having increased, citing insufficient law enforcement and penalties as the primary cause.
•86.81% of participants report high levels of concern regarding personal safety based on recent news.
•50.58% of respondents do not have much confidence in the government's ability to solve the problem.
•Dr. Phornphan Buathong stated the poll reflects public anxiety and a lack of confidence in the government, urging the state to accelerate strict law enforcement.
•Dr. Pemika Sanitphot noted a rise in the Fear of Crime linked to frequent violent incidents, such as a former prisoner killing five people and a student shooting teachers and peers.
•Dr. Pemika Sanitphot suggests the government focus on suppressing serious crime and repeat offenders in the short term.
•Recommendations include implementing the death penalty for severe crimes and utilizing safety technologies like CCTV and weapon detection systems.

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Key Entities

Organization

Suan Dusit University(มหาวิทยาลัยสวนดุสิต)

The institution that conducted the poll on crime and violence in Thai society.

Suan Dusit Poll(สวนดุสิตโพล)

The polling unit of Suan Dusit University that released the survey results.

School of Law and Politics, Suan Dusit University(โรงเรียนกฎหมายและการเมือง มหาวิทยาลัยสวนดุสิต)

The academic department where Dr. Pemika Sanitphot is a lecturer.

Person

Dr. Phornphan Buathong(ดร.พรพรรณ บัวทอง)

The President of Suan Dusit Poll.

Dr. Pemika Sanitphot(ดร.เปมิกา สนิทพจน์)

A lecturer at the School of Law and Politics, Suan Dusit University.