The World - News from May 28, 1986
Thai Prime Minister Prem Tinsulanonda dismissed Gen. Arthit Kamlang-ek from his politically powerful post as commander in chief of the army, the official Radio Thailand said. The dismissal was reportedly sparked by rumors that Arthit, 60, was planning to kidnap Prem and seize power before elections July 27. Arthit, who retains his ceremonial post of supreme commander, was replaced by Gen. Chaovalit Yongchaiyut, 54, the army chief of staff. Gen. Chuthai Sangthaweep, the deputy army commander, also was dismissed.
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