Thai Families Seek Justice Against 'Rainbow Cult' in Investment Scandal

[snoop1130]

 

In a troubling case from the Isaan province's Sisaket, two Thai families are attempting to take legal action against the leader of a so-called 'rainbow cult'. The cult, known for its rainbow-coloured attire and roof, allegedly promotes explicit behaviour while running what families claim is an investment scam.

 

The families approached Prang Ku Police Station on 23rd October, seeking to file complaints against the leader. They accuse him of luring their mothers into his investment scheme with promises of high returns, such as earning up to 30,000 baht in gold from just a 1,000 baht outlay. Despite their efforts, the police declined their complaints, citing that the victims must report the crime themselves.

 

Desperate to safeguard their relatives' remaining assets, the families now appeal to news agencies for assistance. They report significant financial losses, including Puttimate, who said his mother invested over 100,000 baht with no return, yet remains hopeful of future profits. Another victim’s son revealed that his mother sold land worth millions to invest further and now lives at the cult premises.

 

Adding to their grievances are allegations of inappropriate teachings within the cult. A video reportedly shows explicit exchanges between the leader and a follower, raising more concerns about the group's operations.

 

Interestingly, this is not the leader's first brush with controversy. Previously a monk, he was once arrested in 2014 after a bizarre underwater meditation ceremony. He vanished for two years before emerging to lead this rainbow cult.

 

The police acknowledge the potential fraud but insist they need direct victim complaints to proceed legally. As the families rally support, the case highlights the challenges victims face in confronting such scams in their communities.

 

 

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-- 2024-10-24

 

 

[john donson]

Despite their efforts, the police declined their complaints, citing that the victims must report the crime themselves.

 

 

WHAT?  to whom if not police?

 

rainbow colors, do they mean ... letter soup ?