‘Big Joke’ Strikes Back: Police General Takes on Thailand’s Judicial Elite
In a move that stuns the nation, former Deputy Police Chief Police General Surachate Hakparn—known to all as ‘Big Joke’—files a corruption lawsuit against two of Thailand’s highest-ranking judges.
The controversial ex-cop claims the judicial heavyweights unlawfully interfered in a court ruling that led to his sensational downfall.
Explosive Allegations Rock the Courts
The dramatic lawsuit lands at the Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases.
Surachate targets Prasitsak Meelarp, President of the Supreme Administrative Court, and Anuwat Taraswang, head of the department for wrongful acts and liability.
He insists there’s an audio recording proving someone ordered the reversal of a court decision that once favoured him.
“This is a grave violation of judicial independence,” declares the ex-police general.
Judges, he says, should have overseen his case impartially—never meddling in confidential verdicts.
A Shocking Twist in the ‘Big Joke’ Saga
This is the latest, and perhaps most dramatic, chapter in the rollercoaster life of ‘Big Joke’.
His meteoric rise through the police ranks made him a household name—until a sudden fall from grace.
Originally, a three-to-two judge panel ruled in his favour, overturning his dismissal and hinting at a possible return to the force.
But then, Surachate claims, Anuwat intervened—allegedly on Prasitsak’s orders—demanding a review by the full Supreme Administrative Court.
That move, he says, led to the reversal of the original verdict and sealed his fate.
Gambling Scandal Shadows the Case
Surachate’s sacking came amid explosive allegations of involvement in online gambling networks and money laundering.
He has always denied the claims, insisting his removal was unjust and politically driven.
His legal team now plans to submit the alleged audio file as evidence, demanding a full review of the judicial process behind his dismissal.
It’s up to the criminal court to decide if there’s enough proof for a sweeping investigation.
Police Versus Judges: Trust on the Line
This extraordinary showdown between a former police general and top judges comes as public trust in both institutions faces intense scrutiny.
Could this bitter battle trigger a crisis of confidence in Thailand’s justice system?
“Big Joke” is fighting not just for his own future, but for the very credibility of the courts.
As the case unfolds, all eyes are on the courtroom. Will justice prevail—or will Thailand’s legal foundations be shaken to the core?
