On the afternoon of October 22, Komchadluek reported that Kanokwan Jiewchuephan, director of the Central Women’s Correctional Service, said that Min Pechaya’s mother and her boyfriend, Kelvin, visited her in detention at 10am this morning. However, the two avoided the media’s cameras and did not answer any questions. They came to visit and bring Min Pechaya medicine, then quickly left to avoid attracting attention.

Ms Kanokwan Jiewchuephan also said that Min Pechaya and other suspects were not required to cut their hair short, just to tie it neatly. They were also given new accounts to transfer money to (no more than 15,000 baht). During this time, lawyers can visit daily and there is no time limit. As for relatives, they will be allowed to visit once a day, for 15-20 minutes each time.

Min Pechaya at a press conference before being detained. Photo: WRN.

According to MGR Online , from October 10 to October 21, a total of 6,979 victims came forward with a total loss of 2,046 million baht (nearly 61 million USD ). On the morning of October 22, at the Central Investigation Department, General Kittirat Phanphet said that all 18 suspects are under investigation. Today, a total of 11 locations were searched for evidence. These are the residences, workplaces… of employees or people close to the 18 suspects. The search results are being compiled.

MGR Online reported that 18 people involved in The iCon Group case, including three stars Sam Yuranunt Pamornmontri, Kan Kantathavorn and Min Pechaya, were arrested on October 16. On October 17, all were taken to detention. The men were detained at the Bangkok Special Prison, while the women were held at a women’s prison.

According to Thairath , The iCon Group operates under a multi-level model and is accused of defrauding people of their investments and recruiting customers to become members without actually selling products. This place builds its reputation by bringing famous actors and singers to promote. Many victims have suffered losses and lost all their money when participating in this system. In this group, Min Pechaya holds the position of Communications Director.