well never should stereotype but I ve been here 10+ years and that’s the way it works. It also doesn’t matter if your farang, Thai, Malaysian etc. You must take your western values and traditions, check them at the door and live like a Thai if you want to avoid these issues. It’s their way and you need to respect it. Like boxing protect yourself at all times.
Also a word of advice as it appears you’re pretty new. DO NOT attempt to defame this individual. It could land you in jail or a big fine. Learn and continue.