Bangkok: “Rome” has advised “Senator Upakit” to remain patient until the legal case against him is finalized, cautioning against premature confidence. Rangsiman Rome, an MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, addressed the recent decision of the Criminal Court to dismiss charges against former senator Upakit Pajariyangkun. He emphasized that drug-related criminal cases should not be taken lightly, highlighting the challenges in tackling drug crimes if money laundering and tax evasion are seen as permissible.

According to Thai News Agency, Rangsiman Rome articulated concerns about the potential impact of the case on future drug suppression efforts. He noted that the case involving Mr. Min Lat and his associates should be intricately linked with Mr. Upakit’s case, suggesting procedural discrepancies. Rome expressed skepticism about the dismissal of the case by the court, while noting that the Attorney General had already filed an appeal against Mr. Min Lat’s case. He stressed that the Attorney General must decide whether to appeal Mr. Upakit’s case, as its outcome could significantly affect the entire drug enforcement system.

Rangsiman reiterated his respect for the court’s decision but pointed out that the case is not yet resolved, as it awaits confirmation from the Supreme Court. He urged for clarity on the guidelines for handling drug cases to prevent adverse effects on public safety. Rangsiman also addressed the defamation lawsuits that Upakit has filed against him, stating that two had already been dismissed. He maintained that his actions were motivated by the national interest and were based on factual case information processed by authorized agencies.

In his remarks, Mr. Rangsiman warned about the potential for increased drug-related activities if money laundering and tax evasion were perceived as legitimate. He expressed his hope that the justice system would operate effectively to address these concerns. As the legal proceedings continue, Rangsiman cautioned against overconfidence and urged authorities to consider the precedent being set in drug cases to avoid creating opportunities for other criminals to exploit similar strategies.