Thai court issues arrest warrants for foreign businessman and his wife for money-laundering charges

Thai Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Foreign Businessman and His Wife

Thai authorities have issued arrest warrants for a foreign businessman and his spouse in connection with alleged money laundering and economic offenses.

A Thai court has ordered the arrest of Ben Smith, a foreigner, and his wife Cattaliya Beevor. The charges stem from a case dating back to 2016 involving cross-border investment fraud. Their company is accused of defrauding investors through suspicious financial practices across multiple countries.

Updated: March 03, 2026