Kyaw Thiha
Kyaw Thiha | |
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ကျော်သီဟ | |
| Police Colonel at Myanmar Police Force | |
| In office October 2019 – July 2020 | |
| Lieutenant Colonel at Myanmar Army | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Myanmar |
| Nationality | Myanmar |
| Occupation | Military officer, Police officer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Myanmar |
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Colonel Kyaw Thiha (Script error: The function "langx" does not exist.; born Myanmar) is a Burmese senior officer in the Myanmar Police Force, having transitioned from a military background. He has held various positions within the police, including roles in intelligence and administrative functions. His career has been marked by involvement in significant law enforcement operations and internal investigations.[1][2]
Early life and education
Kyaw Thiha was born in Myanmar. He is the son of Major General Ohn Myint, a senior officer in the Myanmar Armed Forces. Details about his early education and training are not publicly documented.[3][4]
Career
Military Service
Kyaw Thiha began his career in the Myanmar military, where he served as a lieutenant colonel. His assignments included postings within the Office of Military Security Affairs, indicating a focus on intelligence and security operations. In October 2019, he transitioned to the Myanmar Police Force. According to reports, his military background was considered advantageous for roles involving intelligence collection within the police force.[5][6]
Police Force
Upon joining the Myanmar Police Force, Kyaw Thiha was promoted to the rank of police colonel. He has been involved in various law enforcement activities, including counterinsurgency operations in regions affected by ethnic armed conflicts. His term in senior police positions ended in July 2020.[7][8]
Controversies
In June 2020, Kyaw Thiha was involved in a high-profile case where a senior police official was sentenced for sexually exploiting female subordinates in exchange for promotions.[9] Kyaw Thiha confirmed that a complaint had been filed against the official but declined to provide further details, citing an ongoing investigation.[10][11]
See also
- Myanmar Police Force
- Office of Military Security Affairs
- Soe Htut
References
- ↑ Pyae, Hay Man (2020-12-16). "Former UDP chair facing two new charges". Myanmar Now. Retrieved 2025-10-22.
- ↑ Paing, May Sitt (2020-06-26). "Senior Myanmar Police Officer Accused of Sexual Exploitation of Female Officer". The Irrawaddy. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ↑ Asia, Radio Free (2020-07-06). "Myanmar Police Official Sentenced in Sexual Harassment Case". https://www.rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/sexual-harassment-07062020180452.html. Retrieved 2025-10-23. External link in
|website=(help) - ↑ Zaw, Htet Naing (2019-10-07). "Myanmar Police Force Reshuffles Several Senior Positions". The Irrawaddy. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ↑ "Fugitive Former Lawmaker Turns Himself in to Myanmar Police". Radio Free Asia. 2020-12-28. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ↑ Editor, English (2023-11-15). "Chin forces seize India-Burma border town; Protest against military at APEC Summit in US". DVB. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ↑ "COVID – 19 News Letter For June 2020". Assistance Association for Political Prisoners. 2020-07-07. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ↑ "Burmese navy collects tolls for high-ranking officer". Burma News International. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ↑ Asia, Radio Free (2020-07-06). "Myanmar Police Official Sentenced in Sexual Harassment Case". https://www.rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/sexual-harassment-07062020180452.html. Retrieved 2025-10-23. External link in
|website=(help) - ↑ "Accomplishments of the Ministry of Home Affairs during the fourth year". MDN - Myanmar DigitalNews. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
- ↑ Paing, May Sitt (2020-06-26). "Senior Myanmar Police Officer Accused of Sexual Exploitation of Female Officer". The Irrawaddy. Retrieved 2025-10-23.
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