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DSI Investigation into Senator Money Laundering Case Postponed Following Leadership Change
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has indefinitely postponed meetings regarding a high-profile money laundering case involving a senator following the sudden transfer of its director-general.
On September 23, 2026, Khaosod Online reported that the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has indefinitely postponed meetings concerning a high-profile 'secret society and money laundering' case involving a senator. This delay follows a September 22 cabinet resolution that transferred DSI Director-General Pol. Maj. Suriya Praedam to a special expert position at the Prime Minister's Office. Pol. Capt. Piya Raksakul, formerly the Director-General of the Department of Probation, has been appointed as his successor.
Internal reports from the Ministry of Justice suggest the leadership change may be linked to political dissatisfaction regarding the handling of Special Case 24/2568. Allegations have surfaced that sensitive witness testimonies and documents from the investigation were leaked to external parties, including iLaw and opposition MP Parit Wacharasindhu. These leaks reportedly impacted high-ranking figures associated with the Bhumjaithai Party and fueled concerns regarding the potential for a no-confidence debate.
For residents and observers, this development signals a significant shift in the oversight of a major corruption-related investigation. The postponement leaves the timeline for the case’s progression uncertain. It remains to be confirmed how the new leadership will manage the existing evidence and whether the investigation will continue under the same parameters or face further restructuring. The public is advised to monitor official government announcements for updates on the status of this legal proceeding.