A foreign woman was caught on CCTV stealing a pair of Nike shoes left outside a home in the Kok Tanod area of Karon, Phuket, with the owner initially believing the footwear had been taken by a dog.
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The incident involved a pair of Nike shoes valued at 4,500 baht, which had been washed and left to dry outside the house. The owner said the shoes had only been worn a few times before they went missing, prompting initial confusion over their disappearance.
After later checking security camera footage, the homeowner discovered that a short-haired foreign woman had walked up to the property and taken the shoes without hesitation. The footage reportedly shows her approaching the area calmly and picking up the shoes before leaving.
The incident has raised concerns among local residents about opportunistic theft in residential areas, particularly involving items left outside homes. While petty theft is not uncommon, the apparent confidence of the suspect has drawn attention.
There has been no immediate information about whether the incident has been reported to police or if efforts are underway to identify the suspect. The presence of CCTV footage may assist authorities if a formal complaint is filed. Residents are being reminded to remain cautious and avoid leaving valuables unattended outside their homes, even in seemingly quiet neighbourhoods.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Phuket Times 27 Apr 2026