The Khon Kaen Provincial Court has sentenced Somrak Khamsing, Thailand’s celebrated Olympic gold medalist in boxing, to 2 years, 13 months, and 10 days in prison for the attempted rape of a 17-year-old girl. The court also ordered him to pay 170,000 baht in compensation to the victim.

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The case dates back to an incident in which Somrak attempted to sexually assault the teenage girl. The victim reported the crime, leading to his arrest and subsequent legal proceedings.

The court found Somrak guilty of attempted rape, citing strong evidence presented during the trial. The sentencing includes both imprisonment and financial compensation to the victim for emotional and psychological harm.

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The case has sparked outrage across Thailand, with many expressing disappointment over the fall from grace of a national hero.

Social media platforms have been flooded with discussions about the incident, with calls for accountability and justice for victims of sexual assault.

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Somrak, once celebrated for his historic achievement as the first Thai Olympic gold medalist in boxing at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, now faces significant damage to his public image.

-Thailand News (TN)