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SWU Director Faces Charges in Local Government Exam Fraud Case
A director from Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) has reported to the Crime Suppression Division to acknowledge seven charges related to alleged irregularities in local government examinations.
According to a report by Matichon Online on July 31, 2026, a director from Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) appeared at the Crime Suppression Division to acknowledge seven criminal charges. These charges are linked to an investigation into alleged fraud concerning local government recruitment examinations.
In the same development, a former Director-General of the Department of Local Administration (DLA) has requested a postponement of their scheduled appearance regarding the case.
For residents and expatriates, this news highlights an ongoing investigation into the integrity of public sector recruitment processes in Thailand. While the case focuses on administrative and legal procedures within government hiring, it underscores the authorities' commitment to addressing corruption allegations within state-run examinations.
As this is an active legal matter, several details remain to be confirmed, including the specific nature of the seven charges and the timeline for the former DLA Director-General’s rescheduled appearance. The public is advised to monitor official updates from the Crime Suppression Division as the investigation proceeds. SawaLife continues to track these developments as they are reported by established local media outlets.
Translated from Thai.
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