Bangkok: The Commander of the Crime Suppression Division revealed the progress in the "Sami Choti" embezzlement case, stating that they are awaiting financial transaction records from the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO). If evidence linking any individuals is found, they will be summoned for questioning and prosecuted according to the law.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Maj. Gen. Pattanasak Bubphasuwan, Commander of the Crime Suppression Division (CSD), disclosed the ongoing investigation into the case involving "Sami Choti," also known as Mr. Atichot, the former abbot of Wat Phutthaisawan in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, and Ms. Punyavee, or "Sika Ae." Both individuals are accused of embezzling funds from the temple. Authorities are in the process of gathering evidence, focusing on financial transactions, and are awaiting crucial information from the AMLO. The anticipated documents and information are expected to arrive within the week, after which a thorough examination of the details will be conducted, particularly the connections between individuals implicated in the case.
The Commander emphasized that if the investigation uncovers evidence linking individuals to the wrongdoing, they will be summoned for questioning and legal proceedings will follow.
In response to rumors about an investigation at Wat Chulamani in Samut Songkhram province, the Commander clarified that the source of this information is unknown, as the Crime Suppression Division has not initiated any action concerning this matter, and it is not part of the division's operations.