Police Arrest Achirawat Ruangrattanaphong for Money Laundering and Fraud
Police arrested Achirawat Ruangrattanaphong for money laundering and fraud after uncovering over 350 million baht in illicit funds moving through two bank accounts, including a personal account and one under a victim assistance club, where donated money was allegedly misused. A major donor transferred 700,000 baht, believing it was for charity. He faces charges of public fraud, computer crime, money laundering, and illegal online boxing gambling.
Officials said they found two suspicious accounts linked to the suspect: a personal bank account and one held in the name of the 'Victim Assistance Club'. The personal account, opened from January 1, 2024 to April 7, 2025, recorded 1,196 transactions with a total flow of about 191 million baht. The club account, active from May 20, 2013 to April 28, 2026, showed 5,140 transactions and a flow of roughly 168 million baht. Investigators said donations from the public, including a major donor who sent 700,000 baht in four transfers, were allegedly diverted for personal use rather than the stated charitable purpose. Witnesses and victims stated they believed they were contributing to a good cause, with one witness reporting 35 transfers totaling 79,000 baht.
