Law
Democrat Party MP Denies Assault Allegations Involving Police Officer
Chai-cha-na Det-de-cho, a Democrat Party MP, has publicly denied allegations of assaulting a deputy police chief in Nakhon Si Thammarat and has welcomed an internal party investigation.
On August 14, 2026, Chai-cha-na Det-de-cho, a list MP and deputy leader of the Democrat Party, addressed public reports regarding a criminal complaint filed against him for allegedly assaulting a deputy superintendent of the Thung Yai Police Station in Nakhon Si Thammarat province.
In a statement reported by Khaosod Online, Chai-cha-na denied the assault allegations, asserting that he has consistently respected and supported the police force throughout his career, including his tenure as the chairman of the House Committee on Police Affairs. He emphasized his commitment to advocating for police budgets and personnel resources, stating he has no intention of harming officers who protect public safety.
Chai-cha-na issued an apology to the public for any negative sentiments caused by the news reports, while requesting that the public wait for a fair assessment of the facts through the legal process. Regarding reports that the Democrat Party may form a committee to investigate the incident, the MP stated he is fully prepared to cooperate with any internal inquiry to ensure the truth is established.
For residents and travelers, this incident highlights an ongoing legal matter involving a high-profile political figure. While the MP has denied the charges, the situation remains subject to both formal legal proceedings and an internal party review. Further developments will depend on the findings of these investigations.