A Finnish tourist, Kenneth Mikael Konttinen, reported the theft of his Rolex watch valued at over 700,000 baht and 5,000 baht in cash. This incident occurred after he brought two Thai bar workers to his hotel room in Pattaya’s Jomtien area early on March 30. Konttinen filed a complaint at Mueng Pattaya Police Station around 2 a.m.
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Konttinen explained to police that he met the women at a bar and invited them back to his hotel. After continuing to drink together, he fell asleep and later discovered the theft of his belongings. The identities of the women remained undisclosed, and no descriptions were released to the public.
The authorities intend to review CCTV footage from the bar to the Finnish tourist’s hotel to help identify the culprits. Police plan to summon the individuals involved for questioning as part of the investigation. This incident underscores the challenges of tourism-related theft in popular destinations like Pattaya.
Looking ahead, authorities aim to enhance security measures to prevent similar incidents. Tourists are advised to remain vigilant, especially when interacting with strangers in nightlife settings. The ongoing investigation seeks to resolve the case and possibly recover the stolen items.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 30 Mar 2026