The Royal Thai Army has already ordered the suspension from duty of Sgt-Maj (second class) Khemarat, an alleged hacker who claims to have gained access to the personal data of about 55 million Thai people. They are trying to trace his whereabouts.

In a statement released yesterday (Monday), to refute allegations that it has been dragging its feet, the army said that the non-commissioned officer was suspended from duty on April 7^th, after failing to report to work since April 3^rd, adding the army has been coordinating with the police to track him down to face charges.

Khemarat, also known by the name “9Near”, has been charged with violations of the computer and cybersecurity laws for allegedly hacking into the computer system of the Public Health Ministry, to steal personal information from the Mor Prom app for sale to anybody who is interested.

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of the officer, while the police have issued a summons for his wife to report to the police for questioning.