Songkhla: The Attorney General has made a decisive ruling to indict Chonlaphat in connection with money laundering and online gambling activities, bypassing the need for resolution of the underlying charges.
According to Thai News Agency, the Attorney General has ordered the indictment of Chanonphat Naksua and his accomplices on charges related to money laundering and organizing online gambling operations. An extensive investigation unveiled substantial evidence of asset transfers intended to obscure the origins of the funds.
Mr. Chaiyarat Pavakanan, Deputy Spokesperson for the Office of the Attorney General, shared updates on the case involving Mr. Chanonphat or Krit Naksua and others, stemming from Songkhla Province. The Attorney General recently reviewed the case file and issued a conclusive ruling on April 3, 2026.
The investigation into the first case began when the Songkhla Provincial Prosecutor decided not to indict the suspects in late 2022. However, this decision was contested by the Deputy Commander of Provincial Police Region 9, prompting the Attorney General to step in for a final decision. Further inquiries were ordered twice, culminating in exhaustive evidence by the end of 2025. This evidence demonstrated that Mr. Chanonphat had engaged in asset transfers to hide their true origin, linked to proceeds from online gambling, resulting in a decision to prosecute under the Anti-Money Laundering Act.
In the second case, related to the organization of gambling, Mr. Chanonphat and his associates faced accusations of orchestrating online gambling and breaching the Computer Crime Act. Although initial recommendations were against prosecuting Mr. Chanonphat, the Attorney General, upon reviewing the evidence, decided to indict him as the primary suspect. Additionally, the Attorney General exercised authority under the Public Prosecutor’s Office Act to allow the indictment of Mr. Nattawut, the second suspect, despite the expiration of the legal deadline for indictment postponement. However, charges under the Computer Crime Act were dismissed, as the evidence suggested it was limited to inciting gambling rather than spreading harmful false information.
The Office of the Attorney General has directed law enforcement to hasten the arrest of Mr. Chanonphat and his accomplices, ensuring they are presented for indictment promptly. Coordination with the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) is also underway to handle luxury vehicles and investigate seized firearms, ensuring comprehensive legal action.