Legal Request Filed to Transfer High-Profile Fraud Case to Crime Suppression Division

On Monday, September 14, 2026, Dr. Nattawut Wongniem visited the Royal Thai Police headquarters to submit a formal request to Police General Kitrat Phanphet, the Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police. The petition seeks the transfer of two criminal case files currently handled by the Thong Lo Police Station to the Central Investigation Bureau’s Crime Suppression Division.

The request concerns allegations of public fraud and money laundering leveled against Somchai, Parinya, Yingcheep, and their associates. Dr. Nattawut is advocating for the Crime Suppression Division to take over the investigation, citing the nature of the charges.

For residents and visitors, this development highlights an ongoing legal dispute involving prominent figures. While the case is currently a matter of police procedure, it underscores the active scrutiny of financial and public fraud allegations within the Thai legal system.

It remains to be confirmed whether the Commissioner-General will approve the request to transfer the jurisdiction of these cases. As of now, the investigation remains under the purview of the Thong Lo Police Station, and no official decision regarding the transfer has been announced by the Royal Thai Police. Observers are awaiting further updates on whether the case will be escalated to the specialized division as requested.