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Royal Command Confirms Appointment of 281 Police Officers
A new royal command has officially confirmed the appointment of 281 police officers, including key promotions to Deputy Commissioner-General positions.
According to a report by Matichon Online on September 7, 2026, a royal command has been issued to formalize the appointment of 281 police officers across various ranks. The reshuffle includes significant leadership changes, with Itthipol and Kritsada promoted to the rank of Deputy Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police. Additionally, the officer known as 'Big Tao' has been reassigned to the position of Inspector General of the Royal Thai Police.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, these high-level administrative changes within the national police force are part of the standard annual rotation of personnel. While such appointments are internal organizational matters, they often signal shifts in the management of law enforcement agencies, which can influence local policing priorities and administrative procedures.
At this stage, the full list of the 281 officers and the specific operational impacts of these reassignments remain subject to further official announcements from the Royal Thai Police. As these changes are administrative in nature, they are not expected to disrupt daily life or public services for visitors. Residents should monitor official police channels for any updates regarding local station leadership or changes in administrative contact points that may arise as these officers transition into their new roles.