Big Tor, Commander of the Crime Suppression Division, confirmed that no arrest warrant has been issued yet as evidence collection continues. He expects the medical report to clarify within this week whether the injuries constitute serious bodily harm. Regarding the status of 'Big Joke', no record of him leaving the country has been found.
At 14:30 on 21 January 2026, at the press room on the 2nd floor of the Crime Suppression Division headquarters, Police Lieutenant General Natthasak Chaowanasai, Commander of the Crime Suppression Division, spoke about the case involving Police Lieutenant Colonel Krit Pariyaket, former deputy superintendent of Samrong Nuea Police Station, and Police Colonel Aris Kuprasitrat, former superintendent of Chachoengsao Immigration Police, two close associates and former subordinates of Police General Surachate Hakparn, Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police. They filed a complaint at the Crime Suppression Division yesterday (20 Jan) to pursue charges of assault and provided medical certificates as evidence for legal proceedings.
Moving forward, it must be determined whether the medical certificates indicate serious bodily harm. Investigators need to interview the doctors again. Initially, it is understood that the assault caused harm to both body and mind, but whether it is severe requires further medical opinion. Preliminary interrogations indicate the incidents began in 2017 with repeated assaults. The medical certificates suggest multiple occurrences, though even a single incident was quite severe.
When asked if the medical examinations from several years ago would affect legal proceedings, Lieutenant General Natthasak said the statute of limitations must be considered. If the case is still within the limitation period, legal action can proceed. Regarding close associates of Police General Surachate who filed complaints, only two individuals have come forward so far; no one else has reported previously.
Asked whether filing a complaint now after suffering assaults for eight years might be considered harassment, Lieutenant General Natthasak said these matters should be viewed separately. The assault case involves the complainants' testimonies as a personal matter, while the gold bribery case is separate. Whether the accusers will be summoned depends on the Crime Suppression Division's investigative procedures and the severity of the assault injuries. If the injuries are not severe, summons will be issued; failure to respond could lead to arrest warrants. However, he emphasized waiting for the medical opinion first. Any summons will be expedited but must ensure fairness to both sides and clarity as quickly as possible. The medical examination results are expected within this week.
The Crime Suppression Division Commander added that regarding Police General Surachate's status, coordination with the Royal Thai Police and Immigration Police found no records of him traveling abroad. The division has no concerns about proceeding with any legal cases involving Police General Surachate, regardless of the case or the person involved; investigations will be conducted strictly based on facts.
Regarding the gold bribery case, a committee has been appointed to investigate. Efforts to expedite the process have been ongoing weekly, but the outcome depends on the National Anti-Corruption Commission's review. Currently, there has been no further development.