DSI Finds Increased Money Trail in Phawuth Case
The DSI discovered the financial trail in MP Phawuth Pongsitthiphanu's case has grown from 28 million to 33 million baht, with investigators still expanding their witness list and examining evidence from a company server before filing charg
On August 4, Justice Minister Lt. Gen. Rutpol Naowhirat discussed the case of People's Party MP Phawuth Pongsitthiphanu, who appeared before the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). The DSI discovered that financial data in the case had changed from 28 million baht to 33 million baht, relating to loan transactions, prompting a need for further fact-checking. When asked about findings from a QRS Global company server, the minister said it contained comprehensive data and the DSI was expected to uncover significant evidence from it, though details would await the investigation's completion. Regarding when charges could be filed after summons were issued, Rutpol stated that was uncertain because evidence and witness lists continue to expand. The investigation is currently working to examine key individuals, but additional suspects, witnesses, and persons of interest must still be questioned, with the witness pool expected to grow further. When asked if Phawuth's upcoming statement two weeks away would be his last, the minister said it was unclear, but noted that Phawuth has denied all allegations connected to the scamming ring. Former politician and actor Ratchaphoom Tokkongthrap, known as Film, also denied the allegations when he appeared before the DSI.
