Bangkok: "Ruttapol" has taken a decisive step by referring the Forex case to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) for further explanation, revealing that 100 victims have already been questioned, and sufficient evidence in terms of transactions and financial trails has been obtained.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Gen. Ruttapol Nawarat, the Minister of Justice, disclosed that the DSI has yet to report the findings of its investigation concerning Mr. Pawut Pongwitayapanu, a list Member of Parliament from the People's Party, who testified in the Forex case on July 6th. The process has so far involved interviewing approximately 100 victims and collecting a significant amount of evidence and transaction data. The aim is to conclude the process before the House of Representatives convenes.
When reporters inquired about the timeline for completing the case before the House of Representatives' session ends on July 11th, Pol. Lt. Gen. Ruttapol indicated that the DSI might be updating information on the number of witnesses questioned and the details obtained, assuring that there would be no interference in the process. Concerning Mr. Pawut, after his clarification to the DSI, Pol. Gen. Ruttapol mentioned that he had not yet sought additional information on the matter. He emphasized that the officers would decide what information could be disclosed to the public and what must remain confidential within the case file.
Regarding the potential charges against suspects, Pol. Gen. Ruttapol stated that the timing for filing charges remains uncertain. He confirmed that approximately 100 witnesses had been questioned, and sufficient transaction and money trail information had been gathered. However, he deferred to the DSI for explanations concerning the specifics of the money trail evidence and other details. When questioned about the necessity of notifying the Prime Minister before filing the charges, Pol. Lt. Gen. Ruttapol asserted that all actions must adhere to regulations and laws, and he believed that the Prime Minister would already be informed.