Military Officer Decho Acknowledges Charges in Shooting Case of MP Kamlasak; Police Separate Interrogations, Focus on Mystery of 10 Phone Numbers
Military officer Decho Rattanapath appeared for interrogation at Narathiwat police headquarters on charges of allegedly hiring someone to attempt murdering MP Kamlasak, with investigators conducting separate interviews to examine connection
At 11:30 AM on May 5, 2025, military officer Decho Rattanapath, who was summoned, arrived at Narathiwat Provincial Police Headquarters following MP Kamlasak Leewamaw's additional complaint against two military officers—Major Montri Toepraserit and Lieutenant Decho—on charges of allegedly hiring someone to carry out or supporting an attempted murder.
Decho avoided the waiting media and went directly into interrogation, marking his first public appearance since the shooting incident on March 20. Deputy Region 9 Commander Theresa Kaewlaruad, heading the investigation team, revealed that both officers are currently undergoing separate interrogations in different rooms to prevent coordinated testimony and to allow investigators to freely explore connections between the 10 phone numbers in question.
"We must proceed with meticulous care since this case is under public scrutiny and the suspects are government officials," Theresa stated. "Separate interrogations will help us clearly identify any consistency or contradictions in their statements."
Security was tightened around Narathiwat Provincial Police Headquarters, while the attorneys for both officers reportedly prepared to request bail, arguing that their clients have no history of fleeing and promptly reported as summoned, suggesting court proceedings could conclude by tomorrow.
