Thaksin freed on parole and returns to Ban Chan Song La residence

Thaksin Shinawatra was released on parole and returned to his family mansion, Ban Chan Song La in Bangkok, this morning. This is the first glimpse the media has had of him since he was admitted to the Police General Hospital 180 days ago.

At 6.09am, the convoy of Thaksin and his family vans left the hospital. Thaksin and Paetongtarn were seen together in a black van followed by a security detail in a black SUV. Thaksin wore a green face mask and a neck support.

At 6.32am, the entourage arrived at the Chan Song La residence, as supporters and observers gathered in front. Officers from Bang Phlat police station were deployed to help direct traffic in the neighbourhood.

Since last night, a large media cohort has been stationed outside Thaksin’s home.

Security at the Police General Hospital and Thaksin’s home has been tight all night. All cars going in and out of the hospital were…