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DSI Official Linked to Local Government Exam Fraud Scandal
A parliamentary committee chair has alleged that a high-ranking DSI official is connected to a corruption case involving local government examinations.
According to a report by Thai Post on August 28, 2026, Asapol Santritrapop, Chairman of the House Committee on Corruption Prevention and Suppression, has publicly alleged that a high-ranking Department of Special Investigation (DSI) official, holding the rank of Police Lieutenant Colonel, is linked to a corruption scandal involving local government entrance examinations.
This development follows the recent arrest of Prawit Jaruratkul, also known as 'Phu Yai Heng,' a former parliamentary candidate for the Phuea Thai Party, by the Anti-Corruption Division (ACD). The committee chair claims that the DSI official played a role in the fraudulent activities associated with the local government testing process.
For residents and expatriates, this news highlights ongoing efforts by Thai authorities to address systemic corruption within public sector recruitment. While the allegations suggest a significant breach of integrity involving a law enforcement agency, it is important to note that these are currently claims made by a parliamentary representative. The extent of the DSI official's involvement and the specific details of the alleged fraud remain subject to further investigation by the relevant authorities. As the case progresses, the public awaits official confirmation regarding the evidence linking the DSI officer to the activities of 'Phu Yai Heng' and the broader implications for the integrity of local government examinations.