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Pattaya Ladyboys Rob Swedish Tourist of 100,000 Baht

A 67-year-old Swedish tourist named Mahmoud reported being robbed of over 100,000 baht by a group of Thai ladyboys in Pattaya early on May 15. The incident occurred at the My View Condotel, where Mahmoud had invited two ladyboys after visiting entertainment venues on Pattaya Walking Street. An argument reportedly ensued, during which one of the suspects seized the opportunity to steal the tourist's safe key, taking off with cash equivalent to around 111,000 baht.

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The theft included multiple currencies, comprising 67,500 baht, 800 euros, 2,000 Swedish krona, and 8 million Vietnamese dong. Mahmoud contacted Mueang Pattaya Police Station at about 3:40 am, prompting an immediate investigation by law enforcement at the condominium. Despite swift action, authorities have not yet apprehended any of the suspects involved in the case.

This incident adds to a growing trend in Pattaya, where ladyboys have been implicated in similar robberies targeting tourists. Investigations are ongoing, and local police are working to identify and locate the perpetrators. Concerns have emerged over the safety of tourists in the area, with law enforcement under pressure to address the escalating issue.

As the search for the suspects continues, authorities have urged tourists to exercise increased caution. The incident underscores the necessity for heightened security measures and awareness in tourist hotspots like Pattaya.

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JamesPhuket10 Gold Member

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4 hours ago, connda said:

How did the ladyboys get into the room with the safe?

The ladyboys offered to give him the key to their hearts.

PETERTHEEATER Star Member

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3 hours ago, sambum said:

"Turnip" for the books! I love it!

Not a turnip but a swede.😀

TheFishman1 Platinum Member

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Not a smart move to bring two lady boys to your room TIT

ronster Gold Member

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So one wasn't enough for him ? 😂🙈

Dexxter Silver Member

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6 hours ago, cjinchiangrai said:

When was the last time you saw a hotel safe with a key?

I last saw one on February 2026 at the Omni Tower hotel in Sukhumvit Soi 4. Their room safes are all operated with a key and not electronics.

Nemesis7 Gold Member

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It is truly sad to see how people often focus more on a person’s name, nationality, or religion rather than on the actual incident that took place. What really matters is humanity and the truth behind the situation, not someone’s background or identity.

We have seen many incidents involving people of different nationalities, including Australians and British citizens, yet such hate-driven reactions are not always present. While it is understandable that tensions and frustrations may exist regarding certain issues involving Indians, it would still be unfair to generalize and blame an entire nation or community for the actions of a few individuals.

At the same time, incidents involving “lady boys” and related misconduct have become increasingly common in some places, and such matters should be addressed seriously by the authorities through proper law enforcement and strict punishment where necessary.

Toby1947 Gold Member

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6 hours ago, Srikcir said:

Can't a Muslim be a Swiss citizen?

Yes but 98% of the Swiss population wish the scum couldn't

pete43 Explorer Member

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11 hours ago, FritsSikkink said:

That is an Arab name, racist nonsense.

So there are no people named Mahmoud in India? Which has a large Muslim community.

davb Silver Member

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1 hour ago, Nemesis7 said:

It is truly sad to see how people often focus more on a person’s name, nationality, or religion rather than on the actual incident that took place. What really matters is humanity and the truth behind the situation, not someone’s background or identity.


OK, as long as we can stop migration. And are allowed to do re-migration.

sambum Ruby Member

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1 hour ago, PETERTHEEATER said:

Not a turnip but a swede.😀

Correct! I thought it was a typo!

Suetape Silver Member

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And the idiots keep coming and getting robbed..

thecyclist Gold Member

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9 hours ago, cjinchiangrai said:

When was the last time you saw a hotel safe with a key?

The hotel has one in case you forget your combination, which happened to me once. The handyman had that thing opened in seconds. Possibly the Kateoy have whole set of these keys to assist their customers with opening, closing, filling, penetrating etc

Easterneye Senior Member

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Serves the mongering pervert right

wensiensheng Platinum Member

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4 hours ago, Beat666 said:

Switzerland's current population is approximately 9 million individuals. In comparison, when I departed from the country in 1995, the population stood at around 6 million. Notably, about 25% of the present population consists of immigrants, with a significant proportion being of Muslim background.

I’m still trying to figure out the relevance of Switzerland to this conversation

khunPer Diamond Member

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5 hours ago, Off Piste said:

Sorry, too quick to post as usual.......never gave your handle here a thought...!!

No problem — and you're right about the girls — while in Denmark prostitution is (still) legal, in Sweden not...🙂

Shocked farang Silver Member

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11 hours ago, cjinchiangrai said:

When was the last time you saw a hotel safe with a key?

Actually I'd like to present the reality that no hotel safe is actually safe as the front desk always have the master key. Better to invest in a good wearable money belt that is with you at all times Better safe than sorry.

Shocked farang Silver Member

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57 minutes ago, wensiensheng said:

I’m still trying to figure out the relevance of Switzerland to this conversation

The victim probably was wearing a Swiss watch?

Yagoda Star Member

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10 hours ago, Summerinsiam said:

Zlatan is a slavic name. Its perfectly possible to be called Mahmood and have Swedish nationality. Many posters on here really are behind the times, or in denial.

Zlatan? Thats a swedish name now LOL. Especially if he says so, now that Chuck Norris is gone.

Hey Zlatan, is Zlatan a swedish name?

Zlatan says yes

Beat666 Advanced Member

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3 hours ago, wensiensheng said:

I’m still trying to figure out the relevance of Switzerland to this conversation

A member Posted:

"Now this is about a 'Swedish' man and we don't know about Switzerland"

This is the relevance, why i Posted my comment. OK?

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cobra Gold Member

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So we have what appears to be a Swedish Indian by the sound of the name, being separated from some of his jewelry and other, what a shocking surprise.

Why is any story or report involving stolen jewelry and maybe cash, usually going to be involving Indians and Lady Boys,

One theory I heard is insurance fraud, filing a false claim on stolen personal items is a time honored scam,

Another is of course changing an agreed upon price for whatever service may have or will be rendered,

From what I understand, LB’s do not take kindly to this practice, lol

vangrop Silver Member

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A Swedish tourist named Mahmoud. haahaha my a$$$$$, that guy has only the papers. He is probably some imported cockroach from North Africa or Middle East

vangrop Silver Member

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17 hours ago, cjinchiangrai said:

When was the last time you saw a hotel safe with a key?

there are much more than you think smarta$$$

Priorexpat Silver Member

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6 hours ago, wensiensheng said:

I’m still trying to figure out the relevance of Switzerland to this conversation

Reminds me of a buddy of mine in Colorado, "I don't know how you live in Thailand when you don't speak any Taiwanese" 🤣

cjinchiangrai Platinum Member

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10 minutes ago, vangrop said:

there are much more than you think smarta$$$

Never seen one here but I am not the one missing the money. I wonder if they were dumb enough to put the safe key with a mechanical room key.

Bohemianfish Advanced Member

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23 hours ago, FritsSikkink said:

That is an Arab name, racist nonsense.

It is a name used in India. They do have Muslims there.

jacko45k Star Member

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20 hours ago, tonypattaya said:

No point in keeping your valuables in a safe unless the safe key is hidden.

Lock it in the safe perhaps!

GoodieAfterDark Silver Member

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On 5/15/2026 at 4:52 AM, Nemises said:

Invites two Pattaya ladyboys back to the condo carrying 100k baht cash… sounds less like a robbery and more like a speed-run tutorial on bad decisions.

How many ladyboys can you have for 100K?

Nemises Gold Member

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On 5/16/2026 at 2:19 AM, Liverpool Lou said:

No, he was not carrying B100k cash, it was locked in his safe.

I said the condo was carrying the cash, not the guy. But hey, don't let actual reading comprehension get in the way of your daily trolling schedule.

JJ-Thailand Silver Member

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One more "Swedish" Mahmoud in trouble.

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