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Rolex and Cash Stolen from Finnish Tourist by Bar Workers in Pattaya

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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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    mstevens Gold Member

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    12 minutes ago, 1tooth said:

    I've noticed that almost without fail, the stolen watch is always a Rolex. Never a cheaper brand like casio, fossel etc.

    These girls are clearly savvy and don't bother nicking cheap watches!

    Colabamumbai Platinum Member

    Colabamumbai

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    Good hotels hold the girls I D, s. Or boys.

    ezzra Star Member

    ezzra

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    Should have brought the hope diamond too, why just a 700k Rolex?

    save the frogs Star Member

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    6 hours ago, Iron Tongue said:

    I live in Silicon Valley, Rolexes are common, but successful people wear much better watches, -or a Casio.

    I think Steve Jobs wore a Casio. He made Casio more famous maybe.

    Priorexpat Silver Member

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    All these posts and not a one yet, about an unhappy Finnish...........

    "a fool and his money are soon parted".

    Luuk Chaai Platinum Member

    Luuk Chaai

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    Watches ...???

    Time.. all relevant

    when I'm hungry, it's time to eat when I'm tired, its time to sleep

    Celsius Diamond Member

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    21 hours ago, newnative said:

    Next time, wear a Rulex.

    He did.

    Already exposed online

    20260331_104450.jpg

    ronnie50 Platinum Member

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    On 3/31/2026 at 3:38 AM, Harsh Jones said:

    Safes can be opened. Hide the stuff somewhere

    Either way , anyone who brings 2 women to his room and drinks till he passes out is an idiot

    Agree. Never bring a girl back to your hotel - go to a short time room. Leave your valuables in your own room. Agree about hotel room safes, though. Most aren't aware that they can easily be opened by hotel staff. Often the default code is the same on all of them. Never get changed - and can be opened without your code.

    cynic1 Silver Member

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    20 hours ago, AngryMan said:

    I mysef prefer the Bolex...

    I gave up watches once I had a mobile which is also a watch. These Rolex, Bolex watches enthusiasts do buy them so as to impress somebody by saying this watch is R or B. Same as a car where people say, "I drive a lambo", or similar. At the end of the day who gives a sh..t!

    Oh. unless your a gold digger thus these people only attract," gold diggers" and live unhappily thereafter.

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