Gold Lion Statue Stolen From Chiang Mai Pub by Foreign Duo

A pub in Chiang Mai reported a theft involving a foreign man and woman who allegedly stole a gold lion statue on February 11. The incident was captured on CCTV, showing the male suspect attempting to conceal the statue in his sling bag, while the woman distracted staff. The theft remained unnoticed until the next evening when the owners reviewed the footage ahead of reopening.

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The footage reveals a coordinated effort between the pair. Initially, the man approaches the statue, located on a table, and appears ready to place it in his bag but hesitates. He then signals to a woman at a nearby table, who engages in conversation with the staff, providing a distraction while he manages to cover the statue with a handkerchief and slip it into his bag.

Despite initial difficulty fitting the statue into his bag, the man manages to conceal it and leave the pub. The woman continues speaking with the staff before leaving soon after. It wasn't until preparations were underway for the next day that the pub owner discovered the loss and promptly reported it to Mueang Chiang Mai Police Station.

Local authorities are yet to comment on any developments or suspects identified in the case. However, the incident raises concerns about security measures in public venues. Business owners in the area are urged to remain vigilant and review security protocols to prevent similar occurrences.

The investigation is ongoing, as police analyze the CCTV footage for further leads. The pub owner hopes the perpetrators will be apprehended and the statue recovered soon, reported The Thaiger.

Key Takeaways

• A gold lion statue was stolen from a Chiang Mai pub by a foreign duo.

• CCTV footage captured their coordinated theft using distraction tactics.

• Police are investigating, and local businesses are advised to enhance security.

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