Bangkok: Police are preparing to detain "Tid George" and "Dr. B" after lengthy and stressful interrogation. They are opposing bail during the investigation, fearing they might flee and destroy evidence.
According to Thai News Agency, investigators from the Crime Suppression Division brought former monk Alongkot, also known as Tid George, and Mr. Seksan, also known as Dr. B, to be detained in a holding cell at the Central Investigation Bureau's Complaint Center building, after being subjected to lengthy and stressful interrogations.
Tid George has provided testimony that benefits him personally and denies all accusations. Dr. B has also denied all charges, citing evidence to refute his wrongdoing, including the account used to accept donations. Regarding detention, Tid George and Dr. B have been held in separate rooms. Since late last night, Tid George has been meditating until morning, while Dr. B has been resting. Neither has made any special demands.
This morning, a student visited the couple. Police ordered a meal of chicken with holy basil and drinking water for the couple. Investigators will take them to the Central Criminal Court for detention today. Investigators objected to bail during the investigation, citing the suspect's tendency to flee and concerns about tampering with other evidence.
Mr. Chai, a disciple of Tid George who visited, said that after hearing the news of his arrest, he felt worried. He called the disciples at Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu to ask how he was doing and whether he had clothes to wear, as he had always helped with events whenever he came to Bangkok.
When this incident happened, Mr. Chai admitted to being shocked and worried about the sick people, children, and elderly people he cared for, as well as his pets and the team he worked with. He didn't know what to do next.
When asked if he felt any loss of faith in him, Mr. Chai said he would not discuss the legal case, but he still believed in his actions and contributions to society. He confirmed that he still had faith in him and did not know his background, only that he had contributed greatly to society.
Asked if he was disappointed that the name of his deceased close friend had been used, Mr. Chai said he wasn't disappointed and thought he had a good reason. He said he only saw his contributions to society, so he believed in that. He personally didn't believe he was fleeing. He might have just gone out for a massage, which he usually does every night before returning to his kuti. On the day of the incident, he heard that he had returned from an invitation to Korat and stopped by Jai Fah Academy for a massage.