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Chinese investors, accompanied by prominent anti-fraud lawyer Kritsada Intamara, have formally asked The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to take up their complaint as a special case after alleging they were defrauded of an agricultural business and related technology worth more than 20 million baht. The petition was submitted on 27 January 2026 at DSI headquarters on Chaeng Watthana Road, bringing immediate attention to claims of an organised scheme involving Thai business figures and influential individuals.

According to the complaint, the investors say they were targeted through a planned fraud that resulted in the takeover of their agricultural operation and the loss of proprietary agricultural technology. The alleged damage has been valued at over 20 million baht, prompting the investors to seek intervention from the country’s top investigative body for complex and high-impact cases.

The case was presented by Mr Kritsada Intamara, widely known as “Thanaiprabkong” or “the anti-corruption lawyer”, together with Mr Chun Yong Wu, aged 36 and Ms Laila Wong, aged 60, both Chinese nationals. The group submitted a formal letter to the Director-General of the DSI requesting that the matter be accepted as a special case due to its scale and the alleged involvement of well-connected individuals.

The investors allege that a group of Thai businessmen, described as having wide influence, jointly planned and carried out the fraud. They claim this resulted not only in financial losses but also in the unlawful seizure of business operations and agricultural technologies developed or invested in by the Chinese parties.

By seeking special case status, the complainants are asking the DSI to use its broader investigative powers, which are typically reserved for cases involving significant public interest, complex financial crimes, or organised wrongdoing. Acceptance would allow for deeper investigation beyond the scope of standard police procedures.

The submission highlights ongoing concerns about investor protection and business disputes involving cross-border partnerships in Thailand. While no findings have yet been made, the move underscores the seriousness with which the complainants view the alleged misconduct and their confidence in the DSI’s mandate.

Thaitabloid reported that the DSI will review the petition and supporting documents to determine whether the case meets the legal criteria for special case designation. Further steps will depend on that assessment, including whether a formal investigation is opened and which agencies may become involved.

Key Takeaways

• Chinese investors have asked the DSI to investigate an alleged agricultural business fraud worth over 20 million baht.

• The complaint was filed on 27 January 2026 by lawyer Kritsada Intamara with two Chinese nationals.

• The DSI will decide whether to accept the matter as a special case after reviewing the evidence.

  

Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thaitabloid 2026-01-28

 

 

Considering it's Chinese investors claiming fraud it will be getting top priority

Cant upset the Chinese future investors in Thailand

14 minutes ago, shackleton said:

Considering it's Chinese investors claiming fraud it will be getting top priority

Cant upset the Chinese future investors in Thailand

Sadly true I suspect