British man injured in attempted Pattaya phone robbery

A 45-year-old British man was taken to hospital after reportedly being attacked during an attempted phone robbery near Jomtien Soi 15 in Pattaya early on 15 September 2026.

The victim, named as Mr Anand, suffered bruising and a cut believed to have been caused by a sharp weapon, running from his left temple towards his ear. His mobile phone was not stolen.

Rescue workers from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya Rescue Unit were called at 1.35am to the entrance of Jomtien Beach Soi 15, Chon Buri. Pattaya City Police also attended the scene.

Attackers allegedly used a knife

According to a 20-year-old convenience-store employee, named as Duchdao, Mr Anand entered the shop seeking help shortly after the attack.

She said he told her that two Thai men, who appeared to be drunk, had pulled alongside him on a motorcycle. One allegedly threatened him with a sharp weapon while they attempted to take his possessions.

The pair then assaulted him and tried to pull away his phone, but were unable to take it before fleeing on their motorcycle, she said.

Rescue personnel provided first aid at the scene before taking the injured British man to a nearby hospital for urgent treatment.

Police check CCTV footage

Pattaya City Police got Mr Anand to make a formal complaint and have sent investigators to look for evidence in the area.

Officers are examining CCTV footage from the reported attack site and surrounding routes in an effort to identify and locate the two suspects. Police said they intend to pursue legal action against those responsible.

Picture courtesy of SiamChon

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15 September 2026