Nattawut firmly denies pushing Somchai, claiming he was startled when the bicycle handlebar jabbed his waist. He did not respond to questions about the number of charges filed against him and remains unfazed by a 50-million baht damage claim, calling it trivial. Meanwhile, Somchai urges his fans to refrain from violence, stating he opposes all forms of violence and does not support such actions at all. Also tags: [Nattawut Wongniam, Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, assault allegations, damage claim, violence opposition]
On 4 Sep 2026 GMT+7, Nattawut Wongniam, a former lawyer, addressed the incident involving Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, a former Election Commission member, who fell and was injured by his bicycle. Nattawut began by apologizing to the public for setting a bad example and affirmed he is a man of integrity ready to face the justice system, while denying any physical assault or ambush as alleged. Tags: [Nattawut Wongniam, Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, Election Commission, injury, apology, justice]
Nattawut explained he went to Thonglor Police Station to file a complaint against Somchai and coincidentally met him while waiting for documents, calling it 'fate.' He said the incident occurred because he was startled when Somchai's bicycle handlebar touched his abdomen, causing Somchai to lose balance and fall. He described his harsh words as sarcasm, not sexual discrimination, attributing the conflict to Somchai posting pictures of his 7-year-old daughter on social media. Tags: [Nattawut Wongniam, Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, Thonglor Police Station, confrontation, social media dispute]
Nattawut declined to comment on the charges or bail and retorted to reporters, "Would you accept these accusations?" Regarding Somchai's preparation to sue for 50 million baht in damages, Nattawut dismissed it as trivial, citing his business investments exceeding 500 million baht. He also denied being the lawyer for Suchart Chomklin and stated that matter is unrelated. Tags: [Nattawut Wongniam, legal charges, damage claim, business investment, Suchart Chomklin]
"I have not suffered any damage nor am I begging anyone because I am wealthy—just recently investing over 500 million baht in business," Nattawut concluded. Tags: [Nattawut Wongniam, wealth, business investment]
Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, former Election Commission member, posted on his Facebook page "Where to Ride - Somchai Srisutthiyakorn" that well-wishers called offering to organize teams for his protection, which he declined, stating there is nothing to worry about. Two other calls offered to arrange teams to attack his opponent, which he refused, emphasizing he does not endorse any form of violence. Tags: [Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, Facebook, security offers, violence rejection]