A 36-year-old Thai man was arrested in Pattaya after allegedly forcing his way into a restaurant, damaging property and assaulting a foreign tourist who intervened during a dispute involving his girlfriend. Police later discovered that the suspect, Sittichai, was wanted under an existing assault warrant issued by Chok Chai Police Station in Bangkok, resulting in his detention for further legal proceedings.
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The incident occurred at 8.20pm on 10 June 2026 after Pattaya City Radio Centre received reports from members of the public of a man causing a disturbance and assaulting people at a restaurant in Soi Thepprasit 8.
According to police, Sittichai had been involved in an argument with his Thai girlfriend near accommodation close to the restaurant. The woman reportedly ran into the street and lay down on the road while Sittichai attempted to persuade her to get up and talk.
The woman later ran into the restaurant and refused to come out. Sittichai followed her there and asked staff to open the door so he could speak with her, but employees and the owner declined because he appeared angry and aggressive.
The restaurant owner had locked the entrance to prevent any escalation. However, Sittichai kicked the door with sufficient force to damage it and gain entry to grab his girlfriend, who had taken refuge in the premises. He then attempted to drag her outside to continue the conversation.
A foreign tourist dining at the restaurant intervened after becoming concerned for the woman’s safety. Police said the tourist was assaulted during the confrontation, suffering injuries including a wound and damage to his clothing. Customers and staff attempted to calm the situation but were unable to bring it under control.
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The woman later escaped, while Sittichai drove away in an apparent attempt to locate her. Pattaya police subsequently tracked him down while he was driving and brought him in for questioning. A search of his accommodation found no illegal items.
During background checks, officers discovered an outstanding assault warrant issued by Chok Chai Police Station in Bangkok. He was therefore detained pending transfer to the investigating officers responsible for that case.
Suwit, 44, a restaurant employee, said the woman had entered the restaurant seeking help and that Sittichai had kicked the door until it broke. He also claimed the suspect picked up an empty soft drink bottle in a manner suggesting he intended to attack the woman, before staff and customers intervened. The bottle was later smashed on the ground, allegedly to intimidate those present.
Neither the restaurant owner nor the injured foreign tourist had filed a formal complaint at the time of reporting, despite police recommending that statements be made for evidential purposes.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now แจ็ค โพธิ์แดง 11 June 2026
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