Rutthapol denies DSI chief transfer linked to Senate case
Justice Minister Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthapol Naowarat stated the Senate collusion case awaits EC ruling, denying any political interference or transfer links.
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- Justice Minister Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthapol Naowarat states the Senate case awaits the Election Commission ruling.
- He denies any connection between the DSI Director-General transfer and the ongoing investigations.
- DSI urges the public to follow official updates directly from their verified agency page.
At 09:25 AM on September 22, 2026, at Government House, Justice Minister Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthapol Naowarat addressed reporters regarding the progress of the Senate collusion case, stating that authorities must await the formal ruling from the Election Commission (EC), which has submitted petitions to the Supreme Court before further actions can proceed.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthapol added that the ministry will coordinate closely with public prosecutors, as prosecutors also serve on the joint investigative committee. Once official documents regarding the ruling are received, the investigation will advance accordingly.
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Regarding media reports suggesting individuals would be summoned for questioning within September, and whether the EC's decision not to indict certain political party leaders would impact money laundering considerations, the Justice Minister clarified that the circulating news reports did not align with the actual facts from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI).
"There was an announcement that the news reports did not match the Department of Special Investigation, so an official statement was issued on the DSI page, asking everyone to rely on news directly from the DSI."
Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthapol Naowarat
Furthermore, when asked whether the ongoing situation was linked to the reshuffle of the DSI Director-General in an attempt to discredit officials, Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthapol firmly denied any connection. Regarding queries on whether the DSI would prosecute more than eight individuals following the EC's resolution to indict 77 senators, further meticulous examination of evidence remains necessary.
The investigation into Senate selection collusion and related money laundering charges represents a critical legal and political milestone in Thailand. Coordination between independent oversight bodies like the Election Commission and investigative agencies such as the DSI requires strict adherence to evidence and legal frameworks to maintain public trust and prevent perceptions of political interference.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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