Thai beauty suspected of involvement in 300 billion embezzlement ring released on bail, shocking appearance

After 3 months of detention, serving the investigation of the 300 billion VND fraud case that shocked Tbiz, the A-list actress was finally released. However, she still had difficulty working again because she lost all her reputation.

Recently, the Bangkok Post reported that Min Pechaya was released after 3 months of detention for investigation on suspicion of being involved in the fraud case of The Icon Group. The Supreme Public Prosecution of Thailand concluded that the actress and Mr. Yuranan Pamornmontri (Sam) did not have enough grounds to be prosecuted. The investigating agency found no clear evidence that they had committed acts of defrauding the public or providing false information about themselves through the computer system.

After being released, Min Pechaya shared: "Thank you to the judicial system and thank you to all the fans. As I stated from the beginning, I have full faith in the judicial system and have always maintained my innocence. Today, that has been proven. Currently, I want to rest and recover my health. Now, I just want to be with my family. Regarding work, please send all contacts through my manager. If there is an opportunity, I will hold a press conference to share more."

At the press conference held on October 15, 2024, Min Pechaya could not hold back her tears and apologized to the audience for the damage the company had caused. At the same time, she announced her decision to terminate her contract with The iCon Group. The incident seriously affected her image.

Many viewers declared a boycott of Min Pechaya’s upcoming film. On October 17, the actress was officially remanded and denied bail. On October 18, the A-list star and 18 other suspects were escorted by police to the Bangkok Special Prison.

Thairath newspaper said that The iCon Group was established in 2018 and has attracted thousands of participants. This company uses the names of famous actors, placing them in key positions to call for investment, making many people trust and participate.

Many participants in The iCon Group's system suffered losses and lost all their money. According to information from Khaosod, as of October 16, there were 1,063 victims complaining, with total estimated losses of up to 400 million baht (nearly 12 million USD, more than 300 billion VND).

MGR later reported that nearly 7,000 victims had reported to the police that they had been victims of fraud by The Icon Group. The total estimated loss as of October 21 was nearly $61 million.

Min Pechaya is believed to be Boss Min, the leader of the scam organization, and is suspected of receiving nine transfers totaling 11.39 million baht (about 350,000 USD). In 2023, she received seven transfers totaling 8.54 million baht. In 2024, she continued to receive two transfers totaling 2.84 million baht in scam money.

Min Pechaya denied all responsibility. The actress pleaded innocent, claiming that she had no contact with any professional field, and only admitted her mistake because she "did not research thoroughly before signing the contract". During her detention, the A-list star was frequently in and out of the hospital for treatment of stomach and irritable bowel disease. After 3 months of being deprived of freedom, she lost weight but her overall health remained stable and normal.

Min Pechaya, born in 1989, is a "real lady" of Thai showbiz, coming from a family with a tradition of business. Thai media often uses the phrase "heir to a 500 million baht business group" when referring to her. From the title of 1st runner-up in the Miss Teen Thailand contest in 2006, she successfully moved into the acting field.

In 2009, Min Pechaya had her first role in the Channel 7 drama "Pla Boo Thong". The actress's career took off after participating in "Love in the Clouds" - the highest rated TV series in Thailand that same year. After that, she was continuously nominated and won a series of major TV awards in her home country.

Min Pechaya: Arrested for swindling 300 billion, suspected of dating 10 years younger Win Metawin Keng16:21:58 17/10/2024The entertainment world was shocked by the news that a top star was arrested for being involved in a fraud of more than 300 billion VND. The person mentioned here is actress Min Pechaya, full name Pechaya Wattanamontree.