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Doctor Reports Bald Influencer for 40 Million Baht Extortion

Dr. Khwan Fuji titanirund of KKC Clinic reported to cyber police that a bald influencer extorted her for over 40 million baht, claiming to help with a legal case. She handed over evidence and urged other victims to come forward. Police are now compiling the case for possible charges.

Doctor Reports Bald Influencer for 40 Million Baht Extortion
18h ago Khaosod

On October 12, 2026, at the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau 1, Dr. Khwan Fuji titanirund, founder and CEO of KKC Clinic, met with Pol. Maj. Gen. Prasong Chermphan, commander of the bureau, and investigators to give testimony and submit evidence regarding being extorted by Mr. Atsachai Ruangrattanapong, president of the Crime Victims Assistance Club, who demanded more than 40 million baht to help with a legal case. Dr. Khwan said she posted on her personal Facebook that she had come to give a statement and provide evidence to the police team tasked with arresting the bald influencer, urging anyone who had been extorted or had donated to come forward and contact the bureau. Pol. Maj. Gen. Prasong said the victim had come forward to provide information and had handed over bank transfer records showing money deposited directly into the suspect’s account, and officers are now gathering evidence to build the case for further action.

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