Bangkok: “Pol. Lt. Gen. Trirong” emphasizes that police officers who commit wrongdoings will not be spared, regardless of rank or position. The Deputy Inspector General of the Royal Thai Police reiterated this stance following the dismissal of the Deputy Superintendent (Investigation) of Don Mueang Police Station for involvement in an online stock trading fraud case. He stated that decisive action will be taken if evidence is conclusive.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Phiwpaen, who also serves as Deputy Director of the Technology Crime Suppression Center (TCSD), revealed that the Don Mueang Police Station Deputy Superintendent (Investigation) was temporarily suspended from duty. A committee has been established to investigate serious disciplinary violations related to the fraud case. The matter complies with the Royal Thai Police’s legal procedures for officers involved in criminal offenses causing serious damage. Such conduct severely damages the organization’s image, yet the officers are ultimately arrested and prosecuted by their peers, demonstrating that no exemptions will be made even if the perpetrators are police officers.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong, as a member of the police inspectorate, emphasized the need for intensified disciplinary and ethical checks among police officers. This follows directives from Pol. Gen. Kittirat Panpetch, the national police chief, who has instructed the national police inspectorate to oversee police officers, particularly at various stations. Trairong stated that complaints filed by the public against officers abusing their legal authority will result in decisive action.
He urged police to uphold ethical standards and avoid violating discipline or the law. Officers who violate these standards will face criminal and disciplinary action. The Royal Thai Police does not tolerate misconduct, regardless of rank. If a crime is committed, prosecution will follow.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong concluded that any individual, whether a civil servant, politician, or otherwise, will be arrested if evidence is found. The National Police Chief has emphasized that investigations will be thorough, based on evidence, and unaffected by rank or position. Only conclusive evidence will determine prosecution, ensuring accountability for all.