CIB Nears Decision on Arrest Warrants in Do Good Foundation Case
The Central Investigation Bureau expects to decide by tomorrow whether to issue arrest warrants or summonses for Boom Panadda and Got Athip in the Do Good Foundation financial probe. Police are finalizing evidence review with prosecutors and insist a mercy letter from Boom citing her children will not influence bail decisions. Investigators are also coordinating with the DSI and may summon foundation board members as the case progresses.
On November 5, 2026, Pol Lt Gen Nattachak Chaowannasai, Commander of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), disclosed progress in the financial probe of the Do Good Foundation. Officers are urgently gathering evidence comprehensively and will act strictly within the law.
Regarding speculation over arrest warrants for "Boom Panadda" and "Got Athip," Nattachak stated investigators are re-examining all witnesses and evidence. A joint meeting with prosecutors is scheduled today before any decision. He confirmed a ruling on warrants or summonses is expected "no later than tomorrow," based on evidence, forensic findings, and suspect behavior, adding "we've examined witnesses extensively and the time is near."
On Boom's online letter pleading that detention without bail would affect her children and hinder asset recovery for the foundation, Nattachak said: "This has no effect. There is no negotiation whatsoever. Every procedural step follows the same standards applied to the general public, grounded in policy and legal conduct."
If suspects surrender before warrants are issued, it is their right, but police will assess legal conditions and investigative behavior to determine bail eligibility. Bail decisions rest with investigators' discretion under the Criminal Procedure Code, including whether suspects have tampered with witnesses.
Nattachak acknowledged coordination with relevant agencies and consultation with prosecutors per major-case protocols to ensure an airtight, lawful case. On whether foundation board members, including "Ngoen" who claims to be Boom's scapegoat, will be summoned, he said: "I need to review the details first."
Asked if repeated asset transfers might constitute money laundering, Nattachak smiled and declined to answer. He noted the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and CIB are currently separating and coordinating data to verify wrongdoing and connections, with a fact-finding committee established to examine all facts.
