Samut sakhon: Wisut Chaiyanarun, Deputy Leader of the Pheu Thai Party and candidate for the party-list MP position, defended his innocence at the Samut Sakhon City Pillar Shrine after an audio clip emerged accusing him of abandoning a woman. He prayed for misfortune upon himself if the allegations proved true, while affirming his commitment to legal proceedings without countersuing to avoid negative karma. According to Thai News Agency, the controversy began when the CSI LA Facebook page released an audio clip suggesting that Mr. Wisut was involved in a conversation about someone agreeing to go to jail for a politician, which allegedly linked back to him. Mr. Wisut addressed the situation at the Lak Muang Shrine, asserting that the accusations were baseless and part of a smear campaign often seen during election periods. He invited those with evidence to present it through legal channels, expressing confidence in the judicial system. Mr. Wisut emphasized that he had prepared for this scenario months in adva nce and assured the public of his straightforward and honest nature. He dismissed the allegations, stating they are part of the typical pre-election tactics he faced over a decade ago. He refrained from considering the situation as politically motivated, urging the public to judge the truth based on the evidence presented. In response to inquiries about the audio clip, Mr. Wisut confirmed receiving a call related to the incident but denied any wrongdoing or intent to create further conflict. He reiterated his innocence, expressing a desire to avoid retaliation or further negative karma. When questioned about the potential impact on his political image, Mr. Wisut expressed confidence that the public could discern the truth from the allegations. He declared before the shrine that if the allegations were true, he wished for misfortune upon himself, but if false, he hoped for prosperity and continued public support. Throughout his political career, Mr. Wisut noted that he had never initiated lawsuits against o thers, choosing instead to clarify misunderstandings. He maintained that slander and false accusations are common in politics, but he remains committed to transparency and honesty.