Hat Yai School Officials Arrested in Major Embezzlement Scandal

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The director of a well-known school in Hat Yai and three others have been arrested for allegedly stealing money meant for student lunches and school supplies.

 

Deputy Commissioner Pol. Maj. Gen. Jaroonkiat Pankaew from the Central Investigation Bureau announced the arrests at a press conference on Tuesday.

 

The accused include Mr. Pipat (56), the school director, Mrs. Ubon (55), the deputy director, Mrs. Anchalee (64), another deputy director, and Mrs. Thiranan (65), who manages the school's budget.

 

The investigation began after teachers raised concerns about irregularities in the school's lunch program, uniforms, and supplies. These concerns were reported to the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC). Following this, authorities raided the school and seized important evidence.

 

Picture courtesy: MGR online

 

During the investigation, officials found several discrepancies, especially in the lunch program. It's believed that school officials diverted funds intended for student meals.

 

The government provides 22 baht per student (Kindergarten to Grade 6) for daily meals, covering ingredients and preparation. However, evidence suggests the school kept 5 baht per student, leaving only 17 baht for actual food.

 

 

This alleged misappropriation likely affected the quality and quantity of meals served. With 1,700 students, this practice could have led to significant financial gain for those involved.

 

Investigators also discovered issues with textbooks. Instead of purchasing new books, the school reportedly handed out used ones that students had to return at the end of the year. If students wanted to keep them, they were required to pay.

 

These "used" books were possibly mixed with new ones and reused in subsequent years.

 

Local authorities are continuing their investigation and promise severe consequences for those responsible. Pol. Maj. Gen. Jaroonkiat stressed that the welfare of students is paramount, and justice will be served. The community is eagerly awaiting updates on this important case.

 

Picture courtesy: MGR online

 

-- 2024-06-26

 

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[worgeordie]

It does not get any lower than that, depriving kids of food , not the first

time , won't be the last , must be more serious punishment for doing

things like that,I hope they get what they deserve .....

 

regards Worgeordie

[2baht]

Lowlife grubs, stealing from children! I hope their families are proud!!!

[JoePai]

The government provides 22 baht per student

 

Now understand why Thai kids are so thin

[hotchilli]

2 hours ago, webfact said:

The accused include Mr. Pipat (56), the school director, Mrs. Ubon (55), the deputy director, Mrs. Anchalee (64), another deputy director, and Mrs. Thiranan (65), who manages the school's budget.

3 directors and the accountant.... sick people.

[NativeBob]

what is new? that what they all do in schools and kindergartens for decades.

Free money

[Bangkok Barry]

 

Not the first time and it certainly won't be the last case of school directors stealing from children, Just part of the culture. And before anyone says it isn't, tell me of any other places where it happens. Certainly not in my country.

[DeputyDog]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

However, evidence suggests the school kept 5 baht per student, leaving only 17 baht for actual food.

5 Baht * 22 days p/month * 1,700 students = 187,000 Baht. If they split that 4 ways that's nearly 50K a month going into their back pockets. No doubt if you went to their homes there would be some nice cars parked in the driveways...  

[NativeBob]

please! I saw teachers selling that "free milk" and diapers from kindergarten.
This is NORMAL.

[jippytum]

Robbing school kids is not uncommon in Thailand. Previously the school free milk was watered down.. 

No escape for honest Thai people or their children. This  Will contiue if they elect convicted criminals at every election. 

[MikeandDow]

1 hour ago, jippytum said:

Robbing school kids is not uncommon in Thailand. Previously the school free milk was watered down.. 

No escape for honest Thai people or their children. This  Will contiue if they elect convicted criminals at every election. 

What honest Thai people !!!!!!!!  Corruption is part of life here !!, the Thai people don't care which is a shame.

[NativeBob]

2 minutes ago, MikeandDow said:

the Thai people don't care which is a shame.

I've been told that farting at the dining table is kinda shame.

The only shame.

O! and there's something about loosing face ... I think that's about farting too.

[MikeandDow]

1 hour ago, NativeBob said:

I've been told that farting at the dining table is kinda shame.

The only shame.

O! and there's something about loosing face ... I think that's about farting too.

think you need to go and learn English

If you say that something is a shame, you are expressing your regret about it and indicating that you wish it had happened differently

if you have nothing constructive to say don't post

[BusyB]

 

Stealing food from children ranks one small step above sexually abusing them in my mind.

 

The lowest of the low.