Bangkok: ‘Ton Or’ reveals the moment the death sentence for ‘Am Cyanide’ was read. She put on beautiful makeup and smiled, not feeling sad.
According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Chalida Phalamart, President of the Pen One Foundation or Ton Or Pen One, revealed details about the Am Cyanide case, describing it as the longest verdict hearing she had ever encountered, lasting more than three hours. Relatives of the deceased were anxious about the possibility of the court dismissing the case, as Am’s lawyer argued that there was no evidence of Am’s actions during the drugging incidents. However, the judge outlined Am’s motives, revealing that between 2002 and 2003, Am was heavily addicted to gambling, with over 90 million baht circulating in her account. This period coincided with the deaths of 12 individuals, with two surviving the incidents, leading to the conclusion that the murders were committed to pay off debts, resulting in a death sentence verdict.
During the reading of the verdict, the deaths were recounte
d as having similar patterns. Crucially, evidence indicated that Am tried to destroy evidence under her lawyer’s guidance. Am showed no remorse during the proceedings, not crying or showing sadness, and instead, she smiled and laughed with her lawyer in court. Despite her outward demeanor, she avoided eye contact with the judge. This behavior puzzled the relatives of the deceased, who were visibly emotional during the verdict announcement. Ms. Chalida noted that Am’s lawyer instructed her to remain quiet, which seemed inappropriate given the circumstances.
Ms. Chalida further commented that the relatives of the deceased found solace in the justice being served. The Central Investigation Bureau police are set to forward case files for 14 additional cases to the prosecutor by Tuesday, November 26. Despite the impending appeals from Am’s legal team, Ms. Chalida observed that Am appeared confident, wearing striking makeup, which contrasted with her initial court appearances, likely due to her belief in winning t
he appeal.
Additionally, it was revealed that while imprisoned, Am was 4-5 months pregnant but suffered a miscarriage at seven months due to neglecting her health. Am admitted to not wanting to keep the child, despite it potentially sparing her from the death penalty. This revelation suggests Am may have placed her faith in her lawyer’s assurances of acquittal.