Navy-Clad Lawyer Tam Files Fraud Complaint Against Bum Pannada
Lawyer Sitthira 'Tam' Bia-bang-koet, dressed in a rented navy uniform, led nearly ten victims to the Central Investigation Bureau to file a fraud complaint against influencer Pannada 'Bum' Wongphudi. The donors allege they contributed over 370,000 baht combined for Hat Yai flood relief through Pannada's charitable organization, but the funds were allegedly misused to build a pool villa and purchase luxury goods. Police confirmed no navy personnel are involved in the case.
Victim 'Kai', owner of the 'Mae Nan Nong Smart' and 'Pia Paed Rio' pages, stated she donated over 70,000 baht in cash and approximately 200,000 baht worth of goods. She had long engaged in charitable work and sought a trustworthy foundation to help people, but found the money went toward a pool villa instead — something she cannot accept. In 2024, she initially transferred 50,000 baht to Bum Pannada's foundation after contacting the 'Kan Chom Phalang' and 'Bin Banluearit' foundations, which responded slowly; she then encountered someone named 'Ang-un' and decided to donate. She also regularly ran sales promotions on her page to contribute proceeds to the foundation.
Meanwhile, 'Kai' mentioned Ajarn Beer Khon Tuen Tham, who has spoken out against donations, noting that donors have been repeatedly disappointed — whether donating to Wat Phra Bath Nampu, other temples, or most recently this foundation. Ajarn Beer now runs his own foundation, and such news may deter donations from reaching it.
Victim 'Pat' said he transferred 2,000 baht for a promised 'Good Deed Organization' T-shirt but never received it. He commented that while people say not to kick someone when they're down, Bum is not a fallen person but a fraudster. They donated sincerely to help border regions and flood victims, yet the money bought brand names and built a pool villa — turning merit money into sin money.
Victim 'Amy' was heard with a trembling voice, near tears, because she deeply loved and respected Bum Pannada, having previously...
