Bangkok:Mr. Patarapong Supakorn, known as "Lawyer Aun Buriram," has called for the Director-General of the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to expedite two significant cases. He submitted a letter to both the DSI and the Natural Resources and Environmental Crimes Division at the Government Complex in Chaeng Wattana, focusing on the Khao Kradong waterway and public walkway in Buriram Province, and the Khanong Phra Airport in Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. Ms. Arunsri Wichawut, Director of the Special Cases Management Division, received the letter on behalf of the DSI.
According to Thai News Agency, Lawyer Aun highlighted that the Khao Kradong case has been pending for over five months, and he is keen to know if the DSI will issue an investigation number. In the case of Khanong Phra Airport, reported late last year, he seeks an investigation into alleged encroachment and private use of the airport, as well as claims of favoritism towards Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul's family business.
Lawyer Aun has issued a 7-day ultimatum to the DSI to assign an investigation number, failing which he plans to file a lawsuit in the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct against the DSI director-general. Additionally, legal action is being considered against the mayor of Buriram City, the district chief, the land officer, and other officials if they fail to submit necessary documents regarding the Khao Kradong land boundary. The authorities have indicated that they will rely on the precedent set by the President of the Court of Appeals' order No. VT. 27/2569.
Further, Lawyer Aun questioned whether one of the two petitions might be dismissed, urging the DSI to proceed with both cases if they plan to terminate one. He suggested that dismissing the petitions could indicate political bias and expressed concerns about the relationship between DSI executives and Mr. Anutin.
These issues remain allegations and suspicions from the complainant, which require investigation and clarification from the relevant agencies and individuals.
Source Thai News Agency