Local Exam Corruption Probe Set To Conclude Within Days
An Interior Ministry investigation into local exam corruption will conclude within days, with preliminary evidence already gathered from multiple parties, though the broader probe involving external suspects remains with anti-corruption aut
On July 1, 2569, Deputy Interior Minister Vorasit Liangprasit updated Parliament on progress in investigating the local exam corruption case. He stated that interviews with relevant parties are nearly complete, with one to two additional days needed to compile information before submitting a final report to the Interior Ministry's permanent secretary. The fact-finding committee has already gathered substantial preliminary evidence.
Vorasit clarified that his committee's mandate covers only the Interior Ministry's involvement. For the broader investigation involving numerous external parties, that responsibility falls to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and police. He addressed criticism that the investigation has gone quiet, stating: "We're working with scattered facts from many sources. It's better to take time than to make wrong conclusions. Premature disclosure could tip off wrongdoers."
When asked about audio clips circulating in connection with the case, Vorasit confirmed these were released earlier and have already been forwarded to the NACC for investigation. He declined to reveal preliminary details about the case's origins, saying such disclosure could compromise the investigation.
Vorasit noted that the investigation involves people at all levels within the Interior Ministry, including those mentioned in the audio recordings. He defended the seven-business-day timeframe for the initial investigation, explaining that this complex case involves multiple laws and many involved parties. "What society needs is the truth," he stated, "but if we release findings without solid evidence and witnesses, that would be harmful."
