Department of Corrections Denies Release of Ai Game, Child Murderer and Rapist Emphasizes Remaining Sentence of Over 30 Years

"Department of Corrections" (DOC) denies release rumors "Ai Game" the convict who murdered and raped a 14-year-old girl, emphasizing he still has 30 years, 11 months, and 22 days left to serve

On 26 May 2026, the Department of Corrections issued a statement responding to social media claims that the convict involved in the rape and murder of a 14-year-old schoolgirl on a train, who was sentenced to death, has been granted several royal pardons and has only been imprisoned for 12 years.

The Department clarified that this information is false and deviates from the facts, which could cause public misunderstanding.

This convict was sentenced to death by the court for offenses including homicide, rape, theft, offenses against judicial officers, and drug-related crimes. He has been in custody since 8 July 2014 and subsequently received royal pardons according to legal criteria and royal decrees as follows.

• First, under the 2019 Royal Pardon Decree, his death sentence was commuted to life imprisonment.
• Second, under the 2024 Royal Pardon Decree, his life sentence was reduced to 42 years, 10 months, and 9 days imprisonment.

Currently, the convict remains incarcerated at Bang Kwang Central Prison, having served 11 years, 10 months, and 22 days (since 8 July 2014) and still has 30 years, 11 months, and 22 days remaining. His release date is 13 May 2057. He has not been released or served only 12 years as falsely reported. Authorities maintain strict, maximum-security supervision over him.

The Department of Corrections affirms that its operations are transparent and adhere strictly to judicial procedures to ensure public safety. The public is urged to rely on official information sources to prevent misunderstandings and maintain confidence in the country's justice system.