Mr Premchai is still in the country and performing his normal duties inspecting construction sites every day, Mr Withoon said, adding that the ITD boss was not worried about the case. Mr Withoon said Mr Premchai will appear in court on March 26. Thong Pha Phum police have pressed nine charges including poaching against Mr Premchai, 63, and three other members of his hunting party. A fresh sound clip has emerged believed to be a conversation held while Mr Premchai and his group were in officials' custody. Mr Noppadon was implicated as the person who sought permission for Mr Premchai and his entourage to visit the sanctuary.

Source: Bangkok Post February 12, 2018 21:45 UTC