Lawyer Tum stormed the Central Investigation Bureau to file charges against three prominent foundations and associations for the serious offense of embezzling donated funds for personal use, including profiting from price differences in Chinese-spec drones.
At 10:00 a.m. on 10 Nov 2026 GMT+7, at the Complaint Center of the Central Investigation Bureau, lawyer Sittra Biabangkaew, known as "Lawyer Tum," met investigators from the Economic Crime Suppression Division to file criminal charges against the Yamfao Phaendin Foundation, Sukon Foundation (Song Doo Hee), and Sai Tarn Saphan Boon Association. The charges include fraud against the public, conspiracy by two or more persons to commit money laundering, and deceitfully entering false data into computer systems likely to cause public harm.
Sittra stated that today he requested the Central Investigation Bureau to investigate 11 foundations and 1 association for possible corruption. He immediately filed charges against two foundations and one association: the Yamfao Phaendin Foundation led by Panthap Puapongpan, Sukon Foundation under Sukon Khrueasen or Song Doo Hee, and Sai Tarn Saphan Boon Association headed by Jakkrid Tangtun or "Pond."
Lawyer Tum claimed to have key evidence of corruption involving the Yamfao Phaendin Foundation, beginning with a project to purchase unmanned aerial vehicles or drones. Previously, the foundation bought 31 portable drone detection devices totaling over 8 million baht, averaging 300,000 baht each, despite the actual market price being around 130,000 baht, or as low as 80,000-90,000 baht per unit for bulk purchases.
He further alleged that the foundation also bought 20 reconnaissance drones claimed to be Thai-made for donation to the Royal Thai Army, totaling nearly 14 million baht, averaging 700,000 baht each. However, evidence showed these drones matched a Chinese-made model priced around 30,000 baht per unit, or under 100,000 baht including accessories. Lawyer Tum questioned whether the claim of Thai manufacture was actually a case of importing parts from China and assembling them in Thailand with consulting from another sports association. He asked where the price difference went.
Lawyer Tum revealed suspicions about Sai Tarn Saphan Boon Association under Jakkrid, noting donated money was used for personal expenses, similar to Sukon Foundation under Song Doo Hee, which reportedly spent donations on beer and contact lenses. The other eight foundations not yet charged have been requested for investigation for fairness. Lawyer Tum also plans to have his own foundation examined, as he had solicited donations but is unsure if he applied for permission; upon review, the matter is over 10 years old and past the statute of limitations.
"I admit I previously had issues with P'Sonthi and Mr. Panthap, but when there are matters to investigate, they must be handed over to officials. If no wrongdoing is found, no one can take action against them. Regarding the urine drinking case, it is still unresolved, so I have not done it," Lawyer Tum said.
Additionally, Lawyer Tum said he is preparing to expose another foundation not yet reported for investigation today, as he awaits more evidence. Once clear, he will request an investigation as well, and everyone will be shocked. This foundation has been operating for 7-8 years.