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The warrant stems from a lawsuit filed by plastic surgeon Dr. Raweewat Maschamadol, who accuses Jakrajutatip and JKN of defrauding him of 30 million baht (about $930,362). He claims he was convinced to purchase JKN corporate bonds in 2023 despite the company knowing repayment was impossible.

Her legal troubles are broader still. In June 2025, Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission filed criminal complaints alleging she falsified JKN’s 2023 financial statements. Although Jakrajutatip resigned from her executive roles, she remains JKN’s largest shareholder. The company entered bankruptcy and debt rehabilitation in late 2023 after posting a 2.1-billion-baht loss.

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Pageant Meltdown: Public Confrontations, Judge Resignations, and Rigging Allegations

While leadership faced global criminal scrutiny, the 2025 pageant itself became the backdrop for chaotic scenes and accusations of corruption.

On November 4, during a livestreamed sashing event, Executive Director Nawat Itsaragrisil publicly reprimanded Bosch for allegedly refusing to prioritize Thai pageant interests. When Bosch defended herself, Itsaragrisil called security to eject her, warning contestants that anyone who walked out would be replaced.

Tensions escalated days later when Lebanese French composer Omar Harfouch resigned from the judging panel, telling media that an “impromptu jury” had already selected the top 30 semifinalists before the competition. Former Chelsea football star Claude Makélélé also resigned, citing personal matters.

The Miss Universe Organization denied all accusations, insisting that “transparent protocols governed the competition.”

Contestant Resignations and a Medical Emergency

After the final competition, several contestants relinquished their titles in protest.

• Olivia Yacé of Côte d’Ivoire resigned on November 24, stating her “values and work ethics” no longer aligned with the organization.
• Miss Estonia Brigitta Schaback resigned a day earlier, also citing cultural and ethical conflicts.

Meanwhile, Miss Jamaica Dr. Gabrielle Henry suffered a serious fall during preliminary competition on November 19 and has remained in intensive care. Rocha claimed on November 24 that she was “in good health and nearing discharge,” but her family disputed this, telling the press that she “isn’t doing as well as we would have hoped.”

Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry Remains in ICU in Thailand 13 Days After Miss Universe Accident