Police Advance Exam Fraud Probe Over 70 Percent

Police announced on July 20, 2025, that the investigation into fraud allegations surrounding a local government civil service exam has advanced beyond 70 percent completion. Deputy Commander Pol. Col. Utten Nuayphim of Regional Police Region 6 revealed the findings following the third meeting led by Police Commissioner General Kittarat Panshet, noting that the investigation panel reviewed documentary evidence and testimony from seven witnesses and identified 30 suspicious points warranting further examination across three phases: pre-exam, during-exam, and post-exam procedures, with particular attention to irregularities discovered after testing concluded.

The investigation involves multiple agencies including local government organizations, the Central Committee for Local Government Personnel Management, and the Central Committee for Local Government Employee Recruitment Examination. The panel noted that an external agency was hired to conduct the exam but emphasized it remains under deep investigation. Pol. Col. Utten clarified that the panel's role is limited to fact-finding and legal analysis regarding institutions and individuals, excluding financial tracing, criminal prosecution, or suspect apprehension—responsibilities held by the Central Investigation Command. The investigation committee's findings may provide useful information to criminal authorities if evidence of wrongdoing is discovered, though the committee itself has no criminal investigation authority and is tasked with preparing academic and policy recommendations for the government.