Arrest of Lawyer Tum and Wife in Fraud and Money Laundering Case.

BANGKOK: Already in custody at the Crime Suppression Division, Lawyer Tum and his wife refused to answer media questions. Crime Suppression Division police have detained Mr. Sittra Biabangkerd, known as Lawyer Tum, and his wife, Mrs. Patitta Biabangkerd, in connection with charges related to fraud and money laundering. According to Thai News Agency, the arrest follows a warrant issued by the Criminal Court, identified as Chor. 5337/2567 dated 7 November 2567. Mr. Sittra is charged with fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit money laundering, while Mrs. Patitta faces charges of money laundering and conspiracy. The couple was detained near the Phanom Sarakham intersection in Chachoengsao Province. The Crime Suppression Division has seen a significant media presence following the arrests. Mr. Sittra and Mrs. Patitta were transported to the Pracharak Building, escorted by a highway police vehicle. Upon arrival, both maintained silence when approached by reporters and were quickly taken into the build ing for questioning. During the investigation, authorities seized a luxury Porsche Cayenne belonging to the couple. Inside the vehicle, officers discovered a suitcase with bedding and a brown envelope. The police have opposed bail for both suspects, citing the severity of the charges, which carry high penalties.