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Police Investigation Finds No Ministerial Link to Local Exam Fraud
The Anti-Corruption Division (ACPD) has dismissed allegations that a current government minister was involved in local government examination fraud.
According to a report from Thai Post on September 4, 2026, the Anti-Corruption Division (ACPD) has concluded that there is no evidence linking any current government minister to the alleged corruption surrounding local government examinations.
Investigators clarified that the rumors originated from testimony provided by Prawit Jaruratchakul, also known as 'Nayok Heng,' a former Chief Executive of the Samrong Subdistrict Administrative Organization and a former Pheu Thai Party candidate for Sisaket. Police stated that Prawit’s claims were based solely on hearsay from third parties, rendering the information unreliable and lacking factual support.
For residents and expatriates, this development serves as a clarification regarding ongoing anti-corruption efforts within the Thai civil service. While the investigation into the exam fraud itself may continue, the specific allegation involving high-level political figures has been officially downplayed by law enforcement.
It remains to be confirmed whether further investigations will uncover other actors involved in the examination irregularities or if the case will be closed following the dismissal of these specific claims. As this is an ongoing administrative matter, those interested in local governance should continue to monitor official statements from the ACPD for updates on the broader investigation.