The Chief of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has addressed the controversy surrounding an image showing two police officers dining with “Ma Tak” (Krakanok). He clarified that the photo is old and the officers know her personally. He assured the public that the officers have no role or power regarding any ongoing case involving her, and they cannot provide assistance related to it.
The issue arose after a well-known social media page posted the photo, which raised concerns about its impact on a current investigation. All three individuals in the image are police officers from different units, leading to a formal inquiry and a report by the police chief. Following the recent media attention, customers at Ma Tak’s jewelry store have been flocking to sell their gold back, with nearly 200 individuals bringing in items, including a 42-year-old woman from Songkhla who was initially set to melt down her gold for a religious offering but changed her mind after seeing others sell theirs successfully.
As of September 29, 2024, the police chief confirmed that the individuals in the photo are indeed from CIB, one serving as a deputy inspector, and the other a 53-year-old officer. Both officers had prior personal relations with Krakanok. The Chief further stated that these officers are not involved in any complaint filed against her, which remains under the jurisdiction of a different police unit. He reassured the public that the CIB is committed to conducting all investigations fairly and transparently, upholding professionalism and impartiality in the legal process.
This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
