Senate Substitute Files Petition to Remove DSI Chief from Bid-Rigging Investigation
A substitute senator has formally requested that the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) remove its Director-General from a high-profile bid-rigging case.
On October 22, 2026, Matichon Online reported that a substitute senator submitted a formal petition to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). The petition calls for the removal of Police Captain Piya, the current DSI Director-General, from his role as the lead investigator in an ongoing bid-rigging case.
The petitioner argues that the Director-General’s involvement in the investigation could compromise the integrity of the proceedings. By seeking his removal as the head of the inquiry, the senator aims to ensure that the case, which involves allegations of criminal association, is handled with greater impartiality.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this development highlights ongoing internal scrutiny within the country’s law enforcement agencies. While such administrative disputes are common in high-stakes legal matters, they can sometimes lead to delays in judicial processes or shifts in investigative priorities.
It remains to be confirmed how the DSI will respond to this petition and whether any formal disciplinary or administrative review will be initiated against the Director-General. As this is an active legal matter, the public should await further official announcements from the DSI regarding the leadership of the investigation team. No changes to legal procedures or public safety protocols have been announced at this time.
