The news of Frank Cuesta’s arrest in Thailand has sent shockwaves through the community. He’s currently in jail, waiting for a bond to be paid or a way to leave, accused of having several animals without permission. This situation reportedly arose from a complaint filed by someone close to Frank, who had visited the Libertad Sanctuary and informed the police about the content creator’s alleged possession of these animals. Several streamers and influencers have reacted to his detention, as well as his relatives.
Family and friends, dismayed with detention
In recent months, several content creators have visited the sanctuary, including Plex, a close friend of Frank’s, and Thegrefg, who was helping Frank with a live stream to pay for the area. Both have now spoken out in support of Frank. Zape, Frank’s son, who is not in Thailand but is closely following his father’s situation, probably in contact with his brother Zorro, who is helping Frank in jail, was the first to comment. Zorro is currently providing aid to Frank, including food, while he is in prison.
Zape published a message on his Instagram account, accompanied by two photos of otters – one playing with Frank and the other inside a cage. The text reads, “Here in the hands of an animal trafficker, and here in the hands of the Department of National Parks and Wildlife.” This post highlights the contrast between the care Frank showed to the animals and the conditions they are in now.
GREFG, another streamer, has also spoken out, stating that he doesn’t have enough information about the situation but will try to inform himself and talk to Frank privately. He mentioned that during his time in Thailand, he saw Frank as a person who dedicated his day to taking care of animals.
Yosoyplex has also reacted, publishing a photo of himself hugging Frank with a text that reads, “Right now, there’s a lot of misinformation everywhere. In principle, they may release him in the next few hours, and he can speak, so we ask for patience. Frank is no criminal, he does not deserve this.” This will likely not be the end of the situation, as many are calling for patience and awaiting more information.
Yuyee has nothing to do with this
According to Javi Oliveira, in the Iker Jiménez horizon program, this situation would not have anything to do with the different open processes with Yuyee, Frank’s ex-partner. Although Yuyee denounced Frank for having animals, it was not for their illegal possession. The outcome of this situation remains to be seen, with different people trying to help Frank leave prison, currently with the aid of his son Zorro.