Couple each sentenced to 1,446 years for defrauding the public

13 Sept 13:49 Key points summarised by AI

Laemgate seafood restaurant owners, Apichart Paronjullaka and Prapassorn Bovornbancha, received 1,446-year prison sentences for public fraud.
The couple launched an online promotion offering unusually cheap seafood buffets, attracting 20,000 customers who purchased approximately 50 million baht in vouchers.
The restaurant abruptly closed, claiming supply issues, leaving customers with worthless coupons and no refunds.
The court ordered the couple to repay 2.5 million baht to their victims, following numerous complaints lodged by defrauded customers.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Today 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.