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Justice Minister Orders Probe into DSI Official Misconduct Allegations
Justice Minister Pol. Lt. Gen. Ruttapol Naowarat has launched a fact-finding committee to investigate claims that Department of Special Investigation (DSI) officers intimidated witnesses in a Senate selection collusion case.
On September 15, 2026, Thailand’s Minister of Justice, Pol. Lt. Gen. Ruttapol Naowarat, announced the formation of a committee to investigate allegations of witness intimidation by Department of Special Investigation (DSI) officers. The inquiry follows a formal complaint filed on September 14 regarding the conduct of investigators handling a high-profile case involving alleged collusion in the Senate selection process.
According to the Minister, the investigation will examine the procedural integrity of the case files, specifically addressing concerns under Sections 157 and 164 of the Criminal Code, following reports that certain witnesses had retracted their initial testimonies. The committee is tasked with ensuring fairness for all parties involved while reviewing the actions of the officials named in the complaint.
For residents and visitors, this development highlights ongoing scrutiny within Thailand’s judicial and law enforcement agencies. While the investigation focuses on internal administrative and criminal conduct, it underscores the complexity of the current political climate surrounding the Senate selection process. The Ministry is currently awaiting further rulings from the Election Commission (EC) to determine how these findings will be integrated into broader investigations concerning money laundering and criminal association charges. The outcome of this probe remains to be confirmed, as the Ministry continues to gather evidence and evaluate the validity of the claims against the DSI staff.
