On October 16, 2024, lawyer “Tame” (นายษิทรา เบี้ยบังเกิด) and advisor “Ekkapob” (นายเอกภพ เหลืองประเสริฐ) presented a key witness to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), claiming the witness has knowledge of high-level bribery involving DSI officials. Lawyer Tame expressed confidence despite threats from a mysterious figure referred to as “the Deity,” who he alleged has influence over the DSI.
The witness’s information relates to a governmental official supposedly placed in the DSI by the Deity to oversee investigations into pyramid schemes, which could sway legal decisions. This official is implicated in cases including Forex-3D, although Tame and Ekkapob refrained from revealing the official’s title or connections in detail.
Tame also mentioned that the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) has frozen 125 million baht in assets linked to “Boss Paul” and associates, suggesting that further investigations could uncover significantly larger values. The meeting with DSI’s acting chief, Pol. Lt. Col. Yuthana, was described as positive, with a commitment to pursue the witness’s claims seriously.
Additionally, Ekkapob asserted the need for assurance that the Deity’s influence would not hinder DSI investigations, indicating that he is prepared to disclose information regarding the implicated official if necessary. He noted that upcoming operations targeting the iCon Group are anticipated, and further surprises may emerge in connection to the case, indicating ongoing scrutiny of potential corruption within the agency.
The article concludes by stating that discussions about further actions, including search operations related to the iCon Group, would be underway, emphasizing the DSI’s commitment to addressing the allegations seriously.
