Benjamin Mauerberger (Ben Smith)

Benjamin Mauerberger, also known as Ben Smith, is a fugitive financier wanted by Thai police for alleged fraud and money laundering. He and his wife, Cattaliya Beevor, are linked to a bogus investment scheme. Thai authorities are actively pursuing assets connected to Mauerberger and his alleged involvement in powerful money laundering networks. Recently, a luxury superyacht valued at US$18 million, seized from Mauerberger, was put up for auction. This action is part of a broader crackdown by Thai authorities on transnational cyber scam operations and money laundering networks, which has resulted in the seizure of approximately US$260 million in assets. The ongoing investigation and asset recovery efforts highlight the significant scale of the alleged financial crimes and Thailand's commitment to combating them.