Bangkok:Actress Boom Panadda has expressed her readiness to face the legal proceedings against her but remains concerned about the impact on her family's well-being.
According to Thai News Agency, Boom Panadda shared her worries about her family's future should she be denied bail, highlighting her role as the primary breadwinner. She apologized to society for any disappointment following the court's issuance of an arrest warrant against her on charges of public fraud, money laundering, and violations of the Computer Crime Act.
The atmosphere at Boom Panadda Wongphudee's residence, located in the Bueng Kum district, was tense as media outlets gathered following the court's approval of arrest warrants for both Boom and her husband, Got. They face charges of public fraud, money laundering, and violations of the Computer Crime Act. Despite the media presence, police had not arrived at the scene at the time of reporting.
Emerging with her lawyer, Adisak Srisang, also known as Lawyer Petch, Boom addressed the media with a tense expression. She stated her willingness to navigate the legal process to clarify the facts and is preparing by entrusting her three children to her mother's care. She expressed concern about their ability to cope in her absence, given her role as the family's head. She also apologized to those she has let down, acknowledging the difficulty of the current situation, and expressed gratitude for the support she has received. Regarding lawsuits filed by close associates, she remarked on their right to take legal action, emphasizing her lack of resentment.
Attorney Phet expressed concerns over the possibility of bail denial, noting that past cases with similar charges often result in such outcomes. However, he emphasized Boom's cooperation with the legal process from the onset and stated his readiness to accept the court's decision if bail is denied.