Anti-Corruption Raid Arrests Two in Veterans’ Hospital Drug Scam

[snoop1130]

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a major crackdown on a fraudulent drug network linked to a veterans’ hospital, authorities arrested two central figures today, March 26. The early morning operation spanned 18 locations across Bangkok, Lop Buri, Prachin Buri, and Chon Buri.

 

The raid, led by Police Major Generals Charunkiet Pankhaew and Prasong Chalermphon, along with Police Colonel Permwut Patumrach, was supported by the National Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission. The task force targeted those involved in unlawfully distributing hospital drugs to external buyers.

 

Kanyarat, a retired government official, was the first key figure apprehended in the Kiakkai area. Arrested under a warrant from the Central Criminal Court, the charges against her include dereliction of duty and embezzlement. She is accused of leading the network, sourcing individuals from Lop Buri to collect drugs from the hospital. These drugs were exchanged with the network’s coordinators for a commission of 10% and a payment of 1,500 baht per participant.

 

 

 

Brinda, a specialist doctor at the veterans’ hospital, was the second significant arrest. Found in Lat Phrao 71, Brinda allegedly exaggerated patients’ conditions in prescriptions to aid the fraudulent drug sales. This scheme flourished since 2018, with Brinda facilitating drug acquisition for resale.

 

The operation followed complaints from General Dechnitith Lueangngamkham, director of the War Veterans Organisation, highlighting the prolonged malpractice. An investigation revealed over 40 million baht entered Kanyarat’s account from 2018 to 2025, indicating financial damages around 80 million baht.

Kanyarat and Brinda remain in custody, undergoing questioning by anti-corruption officials as the investigation continues, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-26

 

 

[Tropicalevo]

6 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The operation followed complaints from General Dechnitith Lueangngamkham, director of the War Veterans Organisation,

 

In an earlier report here. the whistleblower was  

 

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The hero behind this revelation is Ms Patchani Phunsuk

 

Despite intense pressure to suppress the emerging scandal, Ms Patchani remained steadfast.

 

https://aseannow.com/topic/1355554-whistleblower-exposes-thai-hospital-drug-fraud/

 

And she was being ignored.

Looks like Mr Top Dog realises that he cannot hide this one and is pushing for the accolades.

[newbee2022]

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a major crackdown on a fraudulent drug network linked to a veterans’ hospital, authorities arrested two central figures today, March 26. The early morning operation spanned 18 locations across Bangkok, Lop Buri, Prachin Buri, and Chon Buri.

 

The raid, led by Police Major Generals Charunkiet Pankhaew and Prasong Chalermphon, along with Police Colonel Permwut Patumrach, was supported by the National Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission. The task force targeted those involved in unlawfully distributing hospital drugs to external buyers.

 

Kanyarat, a retired government official, was the first key figure apprehended in the Kiakkai area. Arrested under a warrant from the Central Criminal Court, the charges against her include dereliction of duty and embezzlement. She is accused of leading the network, sourcing individuals from Lop Buri to collect drugs from the hospital. These drugs were exchanged with the network’s coordinators for a commission of 10% and a payment of 1,500 baht per participant.

 

 

 

Brinda, a specialist doctor at the veterans’ hospital, was the second significant arrest. Found in Lat Phrao 71, Brinda allegedly exaggerated patients’ conditions in prescriptions to aid the fraudulent drug sales. This scheme flourished since 2018, with Brinda facilitating drug acquisition for resale.

 

The operation followed complaints from General Dechnitith Lueangngamkham, director of the War Veterans Organisation, highlighting the prolonged malpractice. An investigation revealed over 40 million baht entered Kanyarat’s account from 2018 to 2025, indicating financial damages around 80 million baht.

Kanyarat and Brinda remain in custody, undergoing questioning by anti-corruption officials as the investigation continues, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-26

 

 

Apparently a source of opiates? 

[JimHuaHin]

A senior (retired) Royal Thai Army Officer involved - surprised not.