Chiang Mai: The Chiang Mai City Police Chief has denied allegations that MP Pu-at abused a foreign tourist and clarified that the incident was not consensual, calling for evidence regarding claims of a 400,000 baht demand by the police.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Col. Prachya Tisla, Superintendent of Chiang Mai City Police Station, announced that sufficient evidence exists to request an arrest warrant for MP Pu-at, also known as Mr. Chai-amphon Manphianjit, a member of the Thai Progressive Party. He questioned the suspect's assertion of consensual interaction, pointing out that a complaint was filed by the victim. Col. Tisla emphasized that the suspect's claims, as reported in the media, cannot refute the established facts.
Addressing reports about a 400,000 baht extortion demand by police, Col. Tisla urged the MP's close associate, who made the allegations, to provide evidence and file a formal complaint at the Chiang Mai City Police Station or with higher authorities. He assured that if the extortion claims are substantiated, involved officers will face both criminal and disciplinary actions. Conversely, if the allegations prove false, the individual responsible for spreading the information will be held accountable.