A Thai ladyboy attempted to pickpocket a German man in Pattaya, just a day after being released from prison on previous theft charges. The incident was caught on camera by a local, Sue, who shared the footage on social media to alert foreign tourists about potential dangers in the area. According to Sue, he observed the ladyboy behaving suspiciously, targeting tourists with bags on Pattaya Sai Song Road.
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Sue reported that the ladyboy, wearing a blonde wig, approached the German man, attempting to pickpocket him by pretending to hug him. Sue intervened before any theft occurred, warning the man and subsequently confronting the suspect. In an effort to escape, the ladyboy boarded a baht bus, but Sue managed to stop the bus and detain her until police arrived.
Despite the intervention, the German man left the scene before police could take his statement, resulting in the ladyboy's release due to the absence of a formal complaint. Sue mentioned that police informed him of her recent release from prison and noted that her wig was likely a disguise. Sue distributed the video to media outlets to serve as a cautionary tale for others.
Looking forward, authorities have not indicated any further actions against the ladyboy due to the lack of an official complaint. Meanwhile, local residents and tourists are advised to remain vigilant. The incident highlights the ongoing risk of petty theft in tourist-populated areas of Pattaya, reported The Thaiger.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 13 Mar 2026