Bangkok: The Department of Corrections has clarified that no performance by Mr. Seksan Sukphimai, known as ‘Sek Loso’, took place outside the Min Buri Special Prison. This statement follows a Facebook post by ‘Ke Wirangrong Saengsaitim’, the sister of Sek Loso’s wife, indicating a planned performance by Sek Loso on June 4, 2025.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Col. Chain Kanchanapat, Deputy Director-General and spokesman of the Department of Corrections, confirmed that the department received no request from the Min Buri Special Prison regarding any music performance by Sek Loso. He emphasized that Sek remains incarcerated as a middle-class prisoner, subject to regular evaluations and promotions as per the department’s regulations.
Mrs. Kanokwan Jiwchueaphan, Commander of Nonthaburi Provincial Prison and Deputy Spokesperson of the Department of Corrections, stated that Sek has been sentenced to over three years, with his next promotion consideration scheduled for December 2025. The possibility of Sek performing music outside the prison is part of a special skills project under specific conditions. Such activities require the inmate to serve at least one-third of their sentence and are subject to the approval of the Prison Commander or the Director-General, depending on the sentence length.
The Department of Corrections has outlined regulations under the Government Administration Act and the Corrections Act for selecting inmates to work outside prison based on special abilities or skills. These regulations aim to facilitate the peaceful and orderly reintegration of prisoners into society while benefiting the government. The selection process considers various factors, including the inmate’s behavior, sentence served, and potential risk of escape or misconduct.
The regulations specify that inmates must be at least 18 years old, demonstrate good behavior, and have no recent disciplinary infractions to qualify for work outside the prison. Certain crimes and conditions require additional consideration from the Director-General before any external work is approved. Additionally, strict supervision protocols are in place to ensure the security and order during such assignments.
The Department of Corrections remains committed to ensuring that any opportunities for inmates to work outside the prison adhere to established guidelines, emphasizing security and rehabilitation.