Two foreign men allegedly stole a gold ring and cash from a 21-year-old Chinese tourist in Pattaya, Thailand, raising security concerns in the area. The tourist and her boyfriend filed a complaint with the Pattaya City Police Station at around 1 am today. The incident occurred on Phettrakul Road in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri, around 9:12 pm.
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The tourist reported that while she was walking with her boyfriend, the men approached them, engaging in conversation and asking to see Chinese currency. The men offered their wallet as a form of trust, leading her to hand over her wallet for inspection. After returning her wallet, the suspects quickly left, and she discovered 1,000 yuan, 5,000 baht, and a 2.5 gram gold ring were missing.
Later, police received a second report at around 11 pm from two Indian tourists who experienced a similar incident. The suspects, matching the same description, targeted them about two kilometers from the first location before fleeing the scene. Police are actively working to track down the suspects involved in the thefts for further legal action.
Authorities are on high alert due to these incidents, emphasizing the importance of vigilance among tourists. Experts suggest increased police patrols and better awareness campaigns for visitors to prevent similar occurrences.
Looking forward, Pattaya Police are intensifying their search efforts, focusing on reviewing local CCTV footage and coordinating with immigration authorities. They aim to identify and apprehend the individuals responsible to ensure the safety of tourists and restore confidence in the area's security measures.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 09 Apr 2026