Former PM Srettha cleared in police chief appointment scandal

[snoop1130]

Photo courtesy of The Pattaya News

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) cleared former Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the Police Commission of any wrongdoing in the controversial appointment of Police General Torsak Sukvimol as National Police Chief.

 

NACC spokesperson Saroj Phuengramphan announced the findings yesterday, December 16.

 

“The commission found no evidence of misconduct or undue influence in the selection process.”

 

The ruling puts to rest allegations that the appointment flouted seniority and fairness.

 

 

Critics argued that Pol. Gen. Torsak’s selection disregarded the merits of more senior candidates. However, the NACC clarified that Thailand’s law mandates a balanced evaluation of seniority and qualifications, rather than prioritising seniority alone. The commission determined that Pol. Gen. Torsak met all legal requirements, and his appointment followed due process.

 

The investigation revealed that the selection process involved rigorous discussions among commission members. With no proof of corruption or improper influence, the complaint was dismissed under Section 49 of the Anti-Corruption Act 2018.

 

This decision is likely to be a relief for Srettha, who has faced mounting scrutiny during his tenure. Still, the controversy highlights lingering tensions around government transparency in Thailand, with critics questioning whether established rules are too flexible, reported The Pattaya News.

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-12-17

 

 

[Aussie999]

Shock, horror,... wait, nah... we knew this would be the result.

[hotchilli]

10 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

“The commission found no evidence of misconduct or undue influence in the selection process.”

As if they would... certain people have immunity from misdemeanors.

[Artisi]

"Rules are too flexible" - over relaxed by the application of excessive Bht lubrication. 

[klauskunkel]

10 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

the NACC clarified that Thailand’s law mandates a balanced evaluation of seniority and qualifications

Everybody understands "seniority", it's those murky "qualifications" that need clarification.

[newbee2022]

Ruled out as expected. He had to free the way for the Shinawatra clan.