Democrat Party To Clarify Assault Allegation Against Deputy Leader
The Democrat Party says it will clarify assault allegations against deputy leader Chaiyachana Dethdecho within one to two days, after he allegedly attacked a police station official in Nakhon Si Thammarat. Party officials acknowledged the i
On August 13, 2025, at Parliament, Sakolthee Phattiyakul, Democrat Party list MP and deputy leader, commented on allegations that Chaiyachana Dethdecho, party deputy leader responsible for the southern region, assaulted a deputy commander at Thung Yai Police Station in Nakhon Si Thammarat. Sakolthee stated the party would have clarity within one to two days, as party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva has requested that all details and facts be examined first before any party disciplinary action is taken.
"We cannot deny that this incident has damaged the Democrat Party's image," Sakolthee said. "Chaiyachana has already heard the charges, but the party is still waiting to hear the facts from all relevant parties." When asked whether political motives might be behind the allegations—given that both Chaiyachana and the police station deputy commander initially denied any altercation before charges were filed the next day—Sakolthee suggested political factors could be at play, given Chaiyachana's senior party position.
The party will review all accounts, including statements from Chaiyachana, the deputy commander, and witnesses, and will implement party discipline measures if the facts warrant it.
