Miss Universe Co-Owner Jakapong ‘Anne’ Jakrajutatip Wanted After Arrest Warrant Issued in Fraud Case

Jakapong “Anne” Jakrajutatip, a co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization, had a warrant issued for her arrest after she failed to appear at a hearing in a fraud case.

According to reports, the warrant was issued by the Bangkok South Civil Court after Jakrajutatip, 46, failed to appear on Tuesday, November 25. Officials reportedly deemed her a flight risk.

According to The Independent, in the fraud case, Jakrajutatip stands accused of hiding information from a plastic surgeon who invested in her company. French 24 reported that a plastic surgeon claimed Jakrajutatip had him invest in her company.

The outlet also quoted a statement from the Agence France-Presse (AFP) that was read in court. It said, “The defendant invited (the plaintiff) to invest knowing her inability to return the money within the appointed time.”

Per reports, Jakrajutatip was charged with fraud but released after posting bail. The lawsuit seeks $930,000. The warrant was issued after she failed to appear in court for the verdict. The hearing has been rescheduled for December 26.

Jakkaphong resigned from her roles at the Miss Universe Organization in June after Thai officials made claims about certain financial statements she submitted.

Per reports, the Miss Universe Organization previously said about the fraud case, “these legal proceedings are entirely separate.”

At Miss Universe 2025, Miss Mexico Fatima Bosch was named the new winner. The pageant, held in Bangkok, Thailand, on Thursday, November 20, was surrounded by controversy.

On November 4, several contestants walked out of a meeting held by pageant organizer Nawat Itsaragrisil. During the event, Itsaragrisil called out Bosch for turning down a request to appear in a photoshoot to promote Thailand. “Be careful. You are in Thailand. You are in a game,” he was heard telling the contestants.

Bosch attempted to defend herself but Itsaragrisil tried to stop her. He was heard calling her a “dummy.” He called security to remove her but other contestants stood up and left with her in protest.

The organization spoke out hours after the incident.

“A high-level delegation, led by the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mario Búcaro, is traveling to Thailand to strengthen collaboration with the host country, [the Miss Grand International Organization (MGI)], and relevant authorities,” the organization said. “This mission aims to coordinate efforts, ensure a secure and professional environment for all delegates, and reaffirm MUO’s commitment to transparency, respect, and unity.”

The pageant added, “The Miss Universe Organization remains steadfast in its mission to promote collaboration, respect, and opportunity for women around the world, working hand in hand with all partners to ensure a safe, inspiring, and memorable experience for every delegate.”

Itsaragrisil was dismissed from this year’s pageant following the incident.

On November 5, Itsaragrisil held a press conference to apologize for his actions. “I am human. I didn’t want to do anything like that,” USA Today reported he said.

Miss Universe Organization President Raúl Rocha addressed the situation, stating, “I will not allow the values of respect and dignity towards women to be violated.”

After her win, Bosch wrote on Instagram, “Today I reaffirmed that what God has destined for you, neither envy stops it, nor destiny aborts it, nor luck changes it.”