Four Thai nationals attempted to steal a gold necklace worth nearly 100,000 baht from Indian tourist Sadesh Sangte in Pattaya. The incident occurred outside a hotel on Pattaya Sai Song Road around 9:20 pm on March 10. Thanks to the quick intervention of a hotel security guard and witnesses, the suspects were restrained before fleeing.
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Police were called to the scene and found the 54-year-old victim in shock. Sadesh reported that his necklace, valued between 70,000 and 80,000 baht, was damaged during the robbery attempt. He explained that the total worth of the necklace and an attached amulet was nearly 100,000 baht.
The suspects included two women, a transwoman, and a male food delivery rider. They were identified as Rattanaphon Jamroen, 35, Nipaporn Talab-ngern, 31, Atcharawut Manokhan, 21, and Chaimongkhon Khaophon, 31. The robbery unfolded after Sadesh accepted an offer for massage services from the suspects and eventually led to a party and argument over payment.
During the altercation, Nipaporn allegedly seized the necklace and passed it to Atcharawut, who attempted to flee. However, Sadesh managed to intercept Atcharawut with the help of bystanders and detained the group. Despite claiming innocence, police found the necklace in the delivery rider's motorcycle compartment.
Authorities believe the group may have colluded in the attempted theft. A detailed investigation will be conducted, and charges may be filed based on the evidence collected, reported The Thaiger.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 11 Mar 2026
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