Bangkok:Police are preparing to summon a well-known socialite for questioning in connection with jewelry purchases linked to "Boom Panadda." The investigation follows the recent seizure of assets by the Economic Crime Suppression Division from condominiums in Sukhumvit 31 and Soi Ratchakru on November 11th. The seized items include 12 designer handbags, 11 scarves, 4 shirts, and 53 pieces of jewelry.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Col. Nitichot Penjamras, Deputy Commander of the Economic Crime Suppression Division, indicated that initial checks by luxury brand experts suggest the assets are likely authentic. However, official confirmation from the brand owners is necessary to ascertain the exact number of genuine and counterfeit items and to verify their origins.
The police are coordinating with the Thai Gem and Jewelry Traders Association to have experts inspect the authenticity of the 53 pieces of jewelry next week. Additionally, information is being gathered from the companies that sold these items to advance the investigation.
Meanwhile, the police are expediting their investigation into the specifics of the transactions and the associated money trail. Witnesses, including recipients of the transferred funds and the landowner who sold land to a charity foundation, have started providing statements. There is no report yet on whether the foundation's board members have met with investigators.
In relation to financial transactions linked to the famous socialite, police have uncovered evidence of jewelry sales transactions between the socialite and Boom Panadda. Identified as a general business operator, the socialite is expected to be invited to provide information to the investigation team next week.