In yet another scam, 20 businesses told CSD police theyhad lost 30 million baht in a scam promising online product advertisement by Chinese net idols. Ms Phongphan's duty was to inspect hotel rooms, take pictures and send them to Mr Apiwat via the Line application. The woman said Dr Phannarat has been in a relationship with Mr Apiwat since 2014. The man also allegedly lured the physician's relatives into the scam, causing them to lose more than three million baht. Ms Phongphan said her niece decided to flee abroad as she had an argument with Mr Apiwat who also threatened her.

Source: Bangkok Post April 25, 2017 21:56 UTC