Authorities Identify Suspect Behind Fake 'Bribe' Allegations Against Prime Minister
Police have identified a 26-year-old man as the individual behind a viral social media post falsely claiming a 7-million-baht bribe was paid to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.
According to a report by Khaosod Online on October 26, 2026, Thai authorities have identified the person operating the social media page 'Godd Dam' as 26-year-old Chairat, a former member of the Move Forward Party. The suspect is accused of circulating a fabricated bank transfer slip alleging that a 7-million-baht bribe was paid to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.
Kasikornbank investigated the claim and confirmed it was fraudulent, noting that the account number cited does not exist in their K PLUS system. Furthermore, the bank clarified that its daily transfer limit is capped at 5 million baht, rendering the alleged transaction impossible. The investigation was conducted by the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, and the Royal Thai Police.
For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the ongoing government crackdown on the dissemination of misinformation and digital fraud. While the suspect has been identified and is currently being pursued by law enforcement for legal action, the case serves as a reminder of the risks associated with unverified social media content. It remains to be confirmed when the suspect will be formally taken into custody and what specific charges will be filed in court.
