Actress Pingky's Mother Released After Four Years in Prison

On August 13, a criminal court acquitted actress Savika Chaiyadech (Pingky), her mother Sarinya Chaiyadech, and her brother Kittisesth Chaiyadech of charges involving fraudulent loan schemes and Computer Act violations in a forex 3D case. At 9 p.m., Sarinya was released from Bangkok Women's Correctional Prison and was warmly embraced by waiting relatives outside the facility.

Sarinya expressed gratitude to the court for showing mercy to the family, saying she was happy that she and others were released, though she felt sad for those still inside and wished all her children could be freed. She noted that Pingky did not come to receive her due to work obligations, but they had embraced at the courthouse earlier in the day after the verdict was announced.

Pingky told her mother she had missed her every day and expressed concern about readjusting to life outside prison after such a long incarceration. Regarding whether the Department of Special Investigation would appeal, Sarinya said they had fought with their full capability and would be ready to continue fighting if necessary. When asked if they were prepared for an appeal, she reflected philosophically that life is a journey full of uncertainty, but she hoped for justice from the court. She concluded that the four years already spent should be put behind them, and being released today is fortunate enough.