Bangkok: “Lawyer Patch” is prepared to contest the recent court decision in the appeal court, choosing to remain silent on the matter of allegedly concealing evidence. On November 20, the Criminal Court on Ratchadaphisek Road delivered its verdict in the case involving the poisoning of Ms. Siriporn Khanwong, known as Koi, with cyanide. The court sentenced Ms. Sararat Rangsiwutthaphon, also known as Am Cyanide, to death. Her ex-husband, Pol. Lt. Col. Witun Rangsiwutthaphon, received a sentence of 1 year and 4 months, while Ms. Thanicha Eksuwanwat, known as Lawyer Patch, was sentenced to 2 years in prison.
According to Thai News Agency, the latest updates report that after the Criminal Court granted bail to Pol. Lt. Col. Witun and Ms. Thanicha, both were released on a surety of 100,000 baht each, valid for 2 years. Pol. Lt. Col. Witun exited the court at 5:38 p.m., evading questions from reporters as he quickly departed the scene.
Later, at 6:00 p.m., Ms. Thanicha, accompanied by Mr. Chaiyan Khum-am, the atto
rney representing the three defendants, addressed the media. Mr. Chai-ya expressed his respect for the court’s decision but voiced his disagreement, citing a lack of clear evidence from the plaintiff. He emphasized that the appeal would focus on contesting areas of disagreement with the lower court’s ruling, without introducing new evidence.
Attorney Patch highlighted that crucial testimony from the defense, including CCTV evidence and insights from Dr. Khunying Pornthip Rojanasunant, were omitted from the verdict. Mr. Chai-ya also questioned the handling of evidence related to alleged drug adulteration in the vehicle, suggesting that the plaintiff’s omission of CCTV footage might indicate the defendant’s innocence.
Furthermore, Mr. Chai-ya pointed out inconsistencies regarding the presence of cyanide in the vehicle, noting that no harm came to others who interacted with the vehicle. Lawyer Patch stressed that no cyanide traces were found on Am’s body or personal belongings, and challenged the findings rela
ted to cyanide discovered in the car, attributing this to police actions.
Attorney Chaiyaya mentioned that Am accepted the verdict but felt justice was not served. He observed that Am, while stressed, was more concerned about Pol. Lt. Col. Witthayu and Attorney Patch than herself, evidenced by her visibly red eyes during the post-verdict discussion.
Lawyer Patch reiterated that the appeal is not an attempt to conceal evidence or shield perpetrators, but refrained from disclosing further details to avoid affecting the ongoing legal process. Observers noted that Lawyer Patch appeared composed in the face of the verdict.