Bangkok: Yingcheep Atchanont has issued a challenge to the Prime Minister and the Bhumjaithai Party, demanding transparency in the ongoing Senate corruption case. Yingcheep, the Project Manager of the Internet for People's Law (iLaw), has revealed that he possesses only a partial amount of the substantial 90,000 pages of evidence related to the Senate corruption, warning that more could be unveiled if the court does not proceed with indictments.
According to Thai News Agency, Yingcheep has prepared for potential legal consequences after both the Prime Minister and the Bhumjaithai Party continued their lawsuits against him. He disclosed that the available evidence is only a small portion of what the Election Commission and the Department of Special Investigation hold regarding the Senate election fraud scheme. Yingcheep emphasized that if the Election Commission decides to prosecute, all evidence will be presented in court. He further stated that even if suspects are acquitted despite clear evidence, he would disclose all related information.
In response to a possible invitation to visit Amnat Charoen province by Ms. Suksomruay Wantaniyakul of the Bhumjaithai Party, Yingcheep expressed willingness if it was a trip but stressed the importance of addressing facts if it was a summons. He urged all involved parties to clarify the situation to resolve the matter, inviting those mentioned to explain themselves.
Addressing concerns about the reliability of witnesses, Yingcheep acknowledged that credibility depends on individual judgment. He confirmed the existence of financial trails related to the case, noting that more details exist than have been disclosed. He reiterated the importance of revealing additional information if the court dismisses the case.
Yingcheep also spoke about the potential for separate lawsuits, a possibility raised by Mr. Supachai Jaisamut of the Bhumjaithai Party. Yingcheep argued that a single act involving multiple victims should be tried in one place, though he is prepared for separate lawsuits if necessary. He is ready to face any humiliation if allegations are clarified but emphasized that their information has been thoroughly checked to avoid defamation.
Regarding further actions to pressure the Prime Minister or ministers, Yingcheep stated that he has no further power, leaving the responsibility to the opposition to use parliamentary processes. He affirmed his readiness to present more information gradually, stopping only if the Election Commission files charges and the judicial process begins.