Kumphawapi Police Shrine in Isaan

This shrine was pointed out to me as I passed through Kumphapawi the other day. It was pointed out that he has not had his tail bobbed, which I was told is a modern affectation.
He has the special Thai traffic police pockets on his trousers. They provide more room for the "gifts" the drivers like to bestow on him. As you can see he also wears the modern style shirt that helps display his high standard of fitness. A true example of those who ...