Election Official in Phayao Caught Allegedly Sneaking 7 Ballots During Lunch Break

An election official in Phayao was caught allegedly sneaking 7 prepared ballots into the ballot box during the lunch break on February 8th, 2024. The incident occurred at Polling Unit 6, Moo 4, Tha Wang Thong Subdistrict, Mueang District, Phayao Province. The polling station committee initially detected the irregularity and reported it to the Election Commission (ECT) and coordinated with police to investigate the matter. The case is currently under investigation to gather evidence and proceed according to legal steps. Officials emphasize that the entire process must be transparent and fair to maintain confidence in the election process. If the violation is confirmed, the perpetrator may face criminal charges including potential imprisonment and election rights revocation.