Bangkok: Police Colonel Nittichot Penjamras, Deputy Commander of the Economic Crime Suppression Division, disclosed the ongoing efforts to expand the investigation into allegations against Nana Raibeena and her husband, Way Thaitanium, regarding a purported 50 million baht stock trading fraud. The investigation has been prompted by victim reports and media coverage, although concrete evidence has yet to be uncovered.
According to Thai News Agency, a meeting was convened with the investigative and inquiry divisions to collect detailed information on financial flows, victims, and related witnesses. Initial findings have indicated some victims have implicated Way Thaitanium, with police working to ascertain the extent of his involvement. The investigation is focused on financial transactions linked to investments, with evidence collection efforts ongoing. Police have requested information from banks to trace financial routes, aiming to clarify the monetary scale involved, which reportedly runs into millions.
Both Way and Nana have been contacted by investigators, but their participation in questioning remains uncertain. Authorities continue to gather victim and witness testimonies to clarify Way’s involvement. While the defense contends that Nana’s actions were not fraudulent but rather constituted a loan, police have filed charges based on preliminary evidence. The investigation is tasked with assessing the veracity of defense claims and evaluating evidence presented by both sides.
The case involves 17 victims with reported damages amounting to 195 million baht. However, there is a discrepancy with Nana’s lawyer, Saiyut, claiming the debt amounts to only 152 million baht. Evidence from both parties must be scrutinized to determine credibility. Additionally, the claim of non-criminal activity requires substantial evidence to support its validity.
Police have also confirmed meetings with Janesuda Panto and Paula Taylor, who are victims from the “Angel Gang.” While rumors suggest damages of 40 million baht for Janesuda and 4.3 million baht for Paula, actual evidence is under investigation. Both individuals have expressed their intention to pursue legal action.
The investigation into Nana’s case is in its early stages, necessitating further questioning and the summoning of additional witnesses. Financial connections to other parties remain a key focus. Nana denies all charges, including those concerning a wedding ring seized during her arrest, which is under scrutiny by the central investigation unit for ownership verification and potential money laundering implications.