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"Tone Bang Khae" Criticizes Police Office, Claims 500 Million Baht Paid

"Tone Bang Khae" Criticizes Police Office, Claims 500 Million Baht Paid

MGR Online•Society•6d ago

Reader Briefing

Antique amulet dealer "Tone Bang Khae" denies debt evasion, claiming 500 million baht paid and criticizing police premises as inappropriate for debt settlement.

  • •"Tone Bang Khae" (Tonthong Sukkaen), a famous amulet dealer, appeared at the Central Investigation Bureau to clarify his position amidst rumors of an arrest warrant and debt evasion.
  • •He stated that he has paid 500 million baht out of an initial 800 million baht debt, with 300 million baht remaining, and has even paid in advance until 2027 (2027).
  • •"Tone Bang Khae" criticized the idea of debt negotiation taking place in a police office, stating it should occur in civil court, and explained his legal action against a police official and his creditor was for self-protection.

Overview

  • •On May 7, Tonthong Sukkaen, also known as "Tone Bang Khae," a famous amulet dealer, visited the Central Investigation Bureau's complaint reception center.
  • •The visit was to prove his innocence after online rumors suggested he might be involved in fraud and facing an arrest warrant.
  • •"Tone Bang Khae" affirmed he has no intention of absconding and is willing to cooperate with the justice system to prove his truth.
  • •He admitted to an initial debt of 800 million baht to Ms. Dorn Thienthawonwong (Madam Keng) and stated that 500 million baht has been paid, leaving approximately 300 million baht.
  • •He clarified that payments have been made ahead of schedule, extending to the year 2027 (2027), even though the contract is valid until 2030 (2030).
  • •Regarding luxury cars and branded goods, "Tone Bang Khae" maintained they were purchased through installment plans and fully paid, not outstanding debts.
  • •"Tone Bang Khae" argued that the fluctuating market value of amulets, used as collateral for 400-500 million baht, is similar to stocks, and questioned why the creditor accepted them if their value was insufficient.
  • •He revealed that he filed a lawsuit against Pol. Maj. Gen. Jaroonkiat Pankao, his creditor, and four others due to feeling unjustly treated and that debt negotiation should be handled in civil court, not police offices.

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Key Quotes

Tone Bang Khae
"I have always followed the contract and never intended to default on debt, though there might be delays of only 3-5 days, which is normal in business."
ผมปฏิบัติตามสัญญามาโดยตลอด ไม่เคยมีเจตนาเบี้ยวหนี้ แต่อาจมีบ้างที่ล่าช้าเพียง 3-5 วัน ซึ่งถือเป็นเรื่องปกติในทางธุรกิจ
Tone Bang Khae
"A police office is not a place to negotiate debts."
ห้องทำงานตำรวจไม่ใช่ที่ไกล่เกลี่ยหนี้

Key Entities

Person

Tone Bang Khae(โทน บางแค)
A famous amulet dealer who is facing allegations related to debt and has appeared at the Central Investigation Bureau.
Tonthong Sukkaen(โทนทอง สุขแก่น)
The full name of the amulet dealer known as "Tone Bang Khae."
Chalermchai Sriyupak(เฉลิมชัย ศรียุภักดิ์)
The lawyer representing "Tone Bang Khae" in his appearance at the Central Investigation Bureau.
Dorn Thienthawonwong(ดรณ์ เทียนถาวรวงษ์)
Referred to as "Madam Keng," she is the creditor in the debt dispute involving "Tone Bang Khae."
Madam Keng(มาดามเก่ง)
A nickname for Dorn Thienthawonwong, the creditor in the debt dispute with "Tone Bang Khae."
Pol. Maj. Gen. Jaroonkiat Pankao(พล.ต.ต.จรูญเกียรติ์ ปานแก้ว)
A Deputy Commander of the Central Investigation Bureau who was involved in the debt negotiation and is being sued by "Tone Bang Khae."

Organization

Central Investigation Bureau(กองบัญชาการตำรวจสอบสวนกลาง)
The police agency where "Tone Bang Khae" appeared to clarify his situation.
Division 2, Central Investigation Bureau(กก.2 บก.ป.)
A specific division within the Central Investigation Bureau where "Tone Bang Khae" met with investigators.