Bangkok: Relatives of three female suspects in the ICON Group case visited them on the first day of open visitation, according to the Corrections Department. As the legal proceedings continue, “Boss Min” has reportedly begun adjusting to her circumstances in the Central Women’s Correctional Institution. The department also addressed and denied circulating rumors regarding the health and well-being of “Boss Kant.”
According to Thai News Agency, visiting opened for the female suspects detained due to their involvement in the ICON Group case, while male suspect “Boss Paul” remains in quarantine, delaying visitation rights. Relatives of “Boss Min” were reportedly seen, though they requested anonymity. Observations from other visitors indicated that the mother and boyfriend of “Boss Min-Pitchaya” were present. Additionally, a woman resembling a relative of “Boss Suay” was observed but declined to engage with reporters.
Attempts to reach Boss Min’s lawyer, Mr. Chuchart Kanpai, were unsuccessful. Meanwhile, Mr. Th
anabode Sesathanon, representing Boss Suay, stated he was not in contact with her relatives regarding potential visits. However, it was noted that a team from Mr. Witoon Kaengngan’s office, representing Boss Paul, had arranged a visit.
Ms. Kanokwan Jiwchueaphan, Acting Director of the Central Women’s Correctional Institution, clarified that, following the quarantine period, all inmates will be moved to pretrial cells. The health of the female inmates is reportedly stable, with minor medical consultations conducted for issues such as dry eyes and fever. Ms. Kanokwan confirmed that Boss Min is adjusting to her incarceration, despite ongoing stress.
She further detailed visitation rights and arrangements, explaining that lawyers have unrestricted access to their clients, while family visits are limited to once daily. The institution also offers monthly online video conferences. The identities of visiting relatives remain undisclosed to protect the inmates’ rights.
As for the care of accused individuals during
the trial, Ms. Kanokwan emphasized that conditions differ from those of convicted prisoners. Accused female prisoners are segregated and permitted to maintain personal grooming preferences, such as hair length. Legal access is ensured for trial preparations, though no government agencies have contacted the accused for questioning since their detention.
In regard to male inmates, including Boss Win, who is undergoing treatment for leukemia, medical care is ongoing. Decisions on potential transfers to a prison hospital will be made by medical staff. Visitation for male suspects, delayed due to Boss Paul’s quarantine, is scheduled to begin on October 24.
Mr. Pramote Thongsri, acting commander of the Bangkok Special Prison, refuted claims about Boss Kant’s health concerns, affirming that he did not require a doctor’s visit in the middle of the night. Reports about his eating difficulties were also denied, with officials confirming that Boss Kant is in the process of adjusting to prison life.