The Election Commission (EC) revealed it has received 246 election fraud complaints, with approximately 30% involving vote-buying. The EC plans to pursue criminal charges against "Senator Doctor Kess." They confirmed having evidence to prosecute six individuals who photographed ballots and are investigating whether "Specter C" is involved in election disturbances.
On 4 March 2026 at 16:00. Mr. Kanchit Charoen-in, Deputy Secretary-General of the Election Commission, held a press conference at the EC office regarding election fraud complaints from 8 February 2026. He stated there are a total of 246 cases, mostly violations under the 2018 Election Act, Section 73(1), involving vote-buying in about 30% of cases. These complaints concern vote-selling and buying. All fraud cases are under investigation at the EC office, which involves a process including giving accused parties the opportunity to respond, requiring time. The EC concluded that completing investigations within 60 days was not feasible, so election results were certified first, but this does not prevent the EC from continuing investigations later.
Regarding complaints about irregularities in the referendum voting, there are six complaints currently under process. Since the legal timeframe for these is shorter than for parliamentary complaints, the EC had to announce the referendum results beforehand.
Meanwhile, today the Supreme Court ruled to revoke the candidacy rights of Ms. Kessakmon Plienchai, known as Doctor Kess, a member of the Senate. Following this, the EC will consider pursuing criminal charges on grounds that she knowingly ran for office without eligibility.
Mr. Kanchit also addressed the case of election documents found discarded in a garbage dump in Samut Prakan Province and suspicions of fraud by polling station officials. He said the EC acknowledges this and is investigating. The EC resolved to have the Samut Prakan Provincial Election Director file a complaint with police, while investigations continue to identify who disposed of election materials. Similarly, in Phayao Province, a polling station official was found preparing to place seven voted ballots into the ballot box; this is under investigation to determine any candidate involvement. In Phan District, Chiang Rai Province, where vote-buying money was caught, the EC's investigative committee is currently acting.
Regarding the complaint against six individuals who obstructed polling officials during a re-vote at polling station 9, District 15, Khan Na Yao, Bangkok, police have asked the EC to provide statements and additional evidence. As the assigned representative, Mr. Kanchit is gathering evidence.
When asked about suspicions that multiple media outlets photographed the incident that day, and why only one media member is being prosecuted, Mr. Kanchit said the initial complaint was preliminary, and they are reviewing CCTV footage and various clips. Whether to withdraw the complaint against the media depends on EC consideration. When pressed for reasons behind the media complaint, he declined to elaborate, stating he would explain to the police.
Regarding updates on complaints concerning Specter C Company Limited, Mr. Kanchit stated that investigations are ongoing, similar to other complaints. However, this case involves a political party. As for possible links to disruptions in multiple areas—such as Pathum Thani District 7, Chonburi District 1, and Khan Na Yao District, Bangkok—Specter C appears to be the starting point, and it remains to be seen what methods were used. .