Bangkok: Actress 'Kana' has taken legal action against her ex-boyfriend, filing a complaint with the Cyber Police for fraud after he allegedly tricked her into purchasing champagne worth 98,000 baht under the guise of gifting it to the Prime Minister.
According to Thai News Agency, Kana's ex-boyfriend falsely portrayed himself as a high-society individual with connections to top government officials, including the Prime Minister. He allegedly maintained a fa§ade of grandeur, complete with a motorcade and followers dressed in government official attire. He further wooed Kana with lavish gifts, such as 50 baht of gold and a diamond ring, under the pretense of an impending marriage. However, Kana discovered his deceitful double life, leading to the end of their relationship.
The actress proceeded to expose her ex-boyfriend's fraudulent activities on a popular TV show, which prompted a dramatic response. Her ex-boyfriend reportedly climbed a three-story building, accusing Kana of blackmail and claiming that the information she shared was false. Despite his denial of any association with the Prime Minister, law enforcement managed to persuade him to come down after a tense standoff. Following the incident, he attempted to escape custody by jumping from the police station building, resulting in severe injuries and subsequent hospitalization.
In a related development, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, confirmed the involvement of two MPs from the Air Force who were hired to drive the convoy for the fake high-society man. The MPs admitted to accepting the job for extra income, unaware of the fraudulent nature of their employer's activities. A committee has been established to investigate the incident, with potential consequences hinging on whether government vehicles were involved.
Additionally, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, the Prime Minister's advisor, asserted that the Prime Minister's team has documented evidence to refute the impersonation claims. He clarified the legitimate advisors to the Prime Minister, distancing the government from the ex-boyfriend's fraudulent actions.