PHUKET, Thailand — In a significant breakthrough, authorities have arrested Nattapol, a central figure in a multi-million baht investment scam that has left many victims defrauded. Nattapol was apprehended by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Highway Police after evading law enforcement on four separate arrest warrants.
The arrest took place in a workers’ residence located in a palm plantation in Moo 7, Tambon Phru Din Na, Khlong Thom District, Krabi. This area had served as Nattapol’s hideout, where he blended in while laying low from the authorities.
The scam, which initially gained traction through a Facebook page promising large returns on investments in foreign currency coins, swindled the public out of over 11 million baht. Nattapol’s involvement in the scheme includes charges of public fraud, identity deception, and manipulating computer systems with false data. The operation deceived numerous victims, drawing them into the scam with enticing promises that ultimately resulted in financial devastation.
Following his arrest, Nattapol was informed of his rights and the charges against him. He was transported to Samrong Nuea Police Station in Bangkok for further legal proceedings, where he will face the consequences of his actions in the coming months.