Fabio Polenghi inquest

From Fabio Polenghi’s funeral in Bangkok on 24 May 2010

Readers in Bangkok will be interested to know that the inquest for the killing of journalist Fabio Polenghi during the Army crackdown ordered by the Abhisit Vejjajiva government is continuing and is approaching a conclusion. So far, more than 20 witness testimonies have been heard by the court. The last hearing will be on Friday, 15 March at the Criminal Court, Charoenkrong 63 Road (BTS Sapan Taksin).

At this sitting, 2-3 witnesses considered very important by his family will present their testimonies. The family hopes that there will be justice for Fabio, with truths being revealed.

Fabio’s sister, Elisabetta states: “I really wish many of you could be next to me on this, in one of the most important and decisive moments of the hearings, to show the Judge that we do care about our life. Looking forward to see you [at the court].”