BANGKOK — A well-known astrologer accused of insulting the monarchy has died in custody, the Minister of Justice said today.

Gen. Paiboon Khumchaya said Suriyan “Mor Yong” Sujaritpalawong died of a “blood infection” on Saturday. Paiboon did not say why Suriyan’s death was not announced until today. He said an autopsy had already been concluded.

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