The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has filed charges against "Phawut Pongwittayapanu - Ratthapoom Tokongsap" along with 32 others in the Forex case, totaling 34 suspects. Both have stated they are not concerned, having submitted all evidence, and are letting the process take its course.
In case number 92/2569 (2026) related to unauthorized Forex trading, the Technology and Information Crime Division investigated, gathered evidence, and interviewed witnesses and suspects. The suspects were charged with conspiracy to defraud the public, fraud, conducting securities brokerage without a license, operating futures contracts without permission or registration, introducing false computer data likely to harm the public, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and money laundering.
However, the suspects have gradually come forward to meet and explain the allegations to investigators. Yet, the evidence supporting their explanations is insufficiently convincing. The special investigation team convened and resolved to indict 34 suspects, comprising 10 legal entities and 24 individuals.
At 08:00 on 24 Sep 2026, at Government Complex, Building C, 2nd Floor, Department of Special Investigation reception hall, the special investigation team for case 92/2569 on unauthorized Forex trading, under the Technology and Information Crime Division, finalized the case files and recommended indictment of 34 suspects to the special prosecutors. Among them were 10 legal entities and 24 individuals, including Phawut Pongwittayapanu, aka Pom, a party-list MP from the Prachachon Party, and Ratthapoom Tokongsap, aka Film, a well-known actor. The charges include conspiracy to defraud the public, fraud, unauthorized securities brokerage, unauthorized futures contract business, introducing false computer data likely to cause public harm, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and money laundering due to conspiracy and joint actions.
At 08:30, Ratthapoom Tokongsap, aka Film, the famous actor, arrived at the DSI reception hall, speaking calmly with reporters without signs of stress. When asked about his confidence today, Film said, “I am confident and not worried at all. I have already submitted all evidence and will let the process proceed accordingly.”
At the same time, Phawut Pongwittayapanu, party-list MP of the Prachachon Party, arrived with his legal team and lawyers. He revealed that regarding the 28 million baht financial trail linked to him found by investigators, he already has explanations. All details are included in the case files. He affirmed his innocence and that he is not a Forex service provider, nor did he deceive or defraud the public. The evidence he provided can fully prove this. Although he has submitted extensive documents, the investigators still decided to indict him, but he accepts this and will follow the legal process. Today, he comes as a private citizen without claiming any immunity and is ready to proceed properly.
Regarding seeking fairness from the investigators, he said the details must be reviewed, as once the case is forwarded to prosecutors, it will enter their stage. He plans to discuss with prosecutors afterward. The charges remain the same but appear to involve a group rather than him alone. As for the conspiracy to launder money charge, he said its severity relative to the circumstances will be considered during prosecution. He has prepared all information and evidence and is confident he committed no wrongdoing, noting that his gold trading with QRS Global Co., Ltd. was conducted as a normal business activity.
At 09:30, the investigation team transported 17 boxes containing 102 case files and 40,348 pages from the Technology and Information Crime Division to the DSI van for delivery to the special prosecutors for review.
Subsequently, the investigation team escorted all suspects to the Office of the Special Prosecutor, Supreme Prosecutor's Office, Ratchadaphisek Road, Bangkok, for formal indictment. The special prosecutor will schedule a hearing on the case later. Additionally, the investigation team sent a letter to Sopon Sarum, Speaker of the House of Representatives, notifying and obtaining permission to proceed with indicting Phawut Pongwittayapanu without requiring a court-issued arrest warrant.
Reporters further noted that the unauthorized Forex trading case began on 16 June under the Technology and Information Crime Division, led by Pol. Lt. Col. Khemchat Prakaihongmanee, director of the division. The operation "Shutdown the laundering" targeted 24 locations across Bangkok and surrounding provinces—Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan, and Samut Sakhon. Authorities seized over 65 million baht in cash and numerous valuable assets including luxury supercars, regular vehicles, gold bars and jewelry, diamond accessories, brand-name bags, bullion, foreign currency, firearms with ammunition, computers, tablets, mobile phones, hardware wallets, and digital assets such as USDT. Investigations revealed involvement of politicians and famous actors receiving or transferring money from brokerage groups. Over 500 victims reported losses totaling over one billion baht, having been deceived by online invitations to invest in foreign currency trading, which turned out to be fraudulent as the advertised returns did not materialize.