Lawyer 'Tum' Alleges Big Joke Orchestrated NACC Complaint Against Big Pae
Prominent lawyer Sitra 'Tum' Biabangkerd has publicly alleged that former deputy police chief 'Big Joke' Surachate Hakparn directed 13 subordinates to file a complaint with the National Anti-Corruption Commission regarding the biometric system project.
According to a report by Matichon Online on October 18, 2026, lawyer Sitra 'Tum' Biabangkerd has made public allegations regarding internal conflicts within the Thai police force. Sitra claims that 'Big Joke' Surachate Hakparn orchestrated a move to have 13 of his subordinates file a formal complaint with the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC). The complaint reportedly centers on the controversial biometric system project and is directed at 'Big Pae', a high-ranking police official.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this development highlights ongoing power struggles within the national police hierarchy. While these internal administrative and legal disputes do not directly impact the daily safety or travel plans of visitors, they underscore the complex political environment surrounding law enforcement agencies.
It is important to note that these claims are currently allegations made by Sitra. The veracity of the claim that Big Joke directed these specific subordinates, as well as the underlying details of the biometric project complaint, remain to be confirmed by the NACC or official judicial proceedings. As this is an ongoing legal and political matter, further updates from official investigative bodies are expected to clarify the situation.
