Police Officer Confirms Claim of Reshuffle Scandal
A police officer who claims he was transferred unfairly held another press conference, to reaffirm his claims that there is bribery for police posts and that a close aid to the prime minister is involved.
Police Major General Wisut Wanichbutr alleged that there are bribes being exchanged for police positions and that the process is coordinated by a close aid to the Prime Minister, Sirichok Sopa.
He swore to be telling the truth, or else be dead within seven days.
He also claimed that he had been bullied and transferred to an inferior position after he cracked down on vice activities, such as gambling and drugs, saying his policy seriously affected many national and local politicians.
Wisut went on to say that those who want to be moved into higher positions must pay between 600,000 and one million baht to Sirichok.
He insists he has contributed a lot to the nation during his six month term, as he arrested 58 criminals, most of whom were subordinates of local politicians.
As for a claim that he is still displaying a royal badge despite having been involved in a lawsuit, Wisut explained that the badge was royally bestowed upon him and that all charges against him in a particular case have been dropped, while he remains innocent until proven guilty in one ongoing case.
Concerning the Prime Minister's complaint involving his appeal, the police officer said he has no channels to file a complaint, as the law states that the matter is at the discretion of the national police chief.
Therefore, he has no choice except to call for justice through the media.
However, he does plan to go to the court soon.
Thai-ASEAN News Network