Influencer Champ Tai Sichon: Ekachai’s Arrest in Suphan Buri Sparks Major Controversy

In a dramatic twist of fate that could rival the plot of a Hollywood thriller, a well-known influencer in Thailand has found himself at the center of a major controversy. Ekachai, a man who enjoyed the adoration of hundreds of thousands of social media followers under his online alias, Champ Tai Sichon, faces serious allegations after a major police bust in Suphan Buri. The takedown was spearheaded by the meticulous efforts of the Suphan Buri police and the Region 7 investigative team on a bustling day in early August 2025. The scene of the operation paints a picture straight out of an action-packed drama—flashing police lights, the tension of a squadron ready to pounce, and the bewildered eyes of someone who once swam in the glory of online fame.

Behind Ekachai’s glitzy facade lay a secret life that unraveled under the watchful gaze of Police Major General Wacharin Prasopdee and Police Colonel Peera Atsawapiboonphon. The authorities apprehended the 41-year-old in U Thong district, a picturesque locale in the heart of Suphan Buri province. But this wasn’t a friendly chat over coffee; Ekachai was found in possession of a terrifying arsenal—65 methamphetamine pills, a hefty 305.5 grammes of crystal methamphetamine, not one but two handguns, alongside a mini-fleet of vehicles. As news of the arrest spread like wildfire, followers of Champ Tai Sichon were left in shock—had their beloved influencer really gone rogue?

The rabbit hole goes deeper than what meets the eye. Ekachai’s capture is linked to an intricate web of illegal operations led by a notorious figure known as Prawit. This isn’t just any Prawit, but none other than Kaeng Dan Chang, an infamous name whispered in hushed tones along Thailand’s crime corridors. Previously arrested in mid-July, his network reportedly spans the luscious landscapes of Dan Chang district. And as the plot thickens, Ekachai is alleged to have mixed his dealings in firearms, with solid leads suggesting he peddled weapons to Kaeng Dan Chang himself.

As investigators delve deeper into Ekachai’s tangled affairs, a peculiar detail emerges—the cars and motorbikes scattered around his property. Ekachai, in a moment of incredulous defense, claimed they were collateral from ‘friends’—a term generously used here. Whether these so-called friends were aware of their property’s current predicament is another story altogether. The investigations are ongoing, with detectives determined to untangle every skein of this complex tapestry of crime.

The news comes hot on the heels of another significant bust, one that echoes across the valleys and hills of Thailand. Under the steel resolve of Police Lieutenant General Jiraphop Phuridej and Police Major General Wittaya Sriprasertphap, a sweeping crackdown was executed against a colossal drug syndicate crisscrossing the southern and northern reaches of the country. This operation was aptly named TAKE DOWN MAFIA: Shutting Down the Secret Drug Route. In a coordinated assault that could make crime dramas envious, key raids unfolded ambitiously in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Narathiwat, and the scenic terrains of Chiang Mai, rounding up five suspects and seizing assets valued at a whopping 8 million baht.

Ekachai’s tale serves as a grim reminder of how illusions on the internet can sometimes mask darker realities. His arrest marks not only a blow to an illicit empire seeking to exploit the vulnerabilities of addiction but also a cautionary tale of fame’s fleeting and often misleading allure. As the legal wheels grind and the glitz of Ekachai’s life tests the stark realities of the judicial system, it’s a waiting game for the next chapter in this saga that continues to captivate—and caution—the masses.