BANGKOK, Thailand – The Royal Thai Police has launched an investigation after an audio clip circulated online allegedly showing a police officer requesting benefits from a restaurant operator in Pathum Thani province. Police spokesperson and Deputy Inspector General of the Royal Thai Police Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Piwpan said authorities had been informed of the allegations and instructed the Pathum Thani Provincial Police commander to urgently verify the facts in a transparent and impartial manner. Following an initial review, the Pathum Thani Provincial Police reported that there was sufficient reason to believe the voice heard in the recording may belong to the superintendent of Khlong Luang Police Station.
The officer has since been ordered to report to the Pathum Thani Provincial Police Operations Center temporarily while a fact-finding committee conducts a formal investigation in accordance with police regulations and relevant laws. Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong said that if the investigation confirms any request for illegal benefits or other misconduct, the officer involved will face both disciplinary and criminal action without exception, regardless of rank or position. The Royal Thai Police said all cases involving alleged misconduct will be handled based on evidence, facts, transparency, and fairness to maintain public confidence. Authorities said further updates will be released once additional information becomes available.
