Thailand: 4 dead, dozens injured in Bangkok clashes

Riot police fire rubber bullets into the crowds of anti-government protesters during a clash in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday. Pic: AP.

Two policeman and two civilians died and at least 57 people were injured when police and anti-government protesters clashed in Bangkok earlier today.

The violence erupted as police attempted to remove protesters from an encampment at Phan Fah Bridge in a historic area of Bangkok near Government House. Other protest sites around the city appeared peaceful this afternoon.

By Saksith Saiyasombut & Siam Voices Feb 18, 2014 -From Associated Press:

Multiple gunshots were heard midday at a spot near the prime minister’s office where riot police had started to remove protesters and dismantle a makeshift stage, but it wasn’t clear who was firing.

Erawan emergency medical services said a 52-year-old male civilian was killed by a head wound and a police officer died from a chest wound. It also said another man died, but didn’t have further details. Nearly 60 others were injured in the incident.

We are still awaiting details on the second policeman who died.

Here’s a timeline of today’s events so far:

9.25pm: After a volley of insults directed at caretaker prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra, protest leader Suthep has practically called open season on her now:

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