Embattled emcee Patcharasri “Kalamae” Benjamas has quit hosting two popular TV shows after responding to charges about allegations that she exaggerated the benefits of her food supplement product.
Kalamae: Wants to show responsibility
The charges were lodged against her with the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD) by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
She finally met police on Monday after failing to comply with a prior summons.
According to the CPPD, Ms Patcharasri faces three charges. The first two include exaggerating her claims and advertising without permission, under the 1979 Food and Drugs Act, it said.
Ms Patcharasri is also charged with violating the 2017 Computer Crimes Act, which the TV host denies, the CPPD said. If found guilty on all three charges, she could be jailed for up to eight years and be fined up to 130,000 baht.
Ms Patcharasri…
