A suspect has been arrested by Bang Rak police in connection with a bag-snatching incident involving a British woman on Surawong Road, Bangkok, in December last year. The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Thanit, was apprehended outside a convenience store in Din Daeng. He claimed financial pressure from supporting two wives as his motive for the crime.
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The incident occurred around 0.50 am on December 13, 2025, when the 21-year-old victim was on the pavement opposite the Grand Centre Point Hotel. As she walked, a man passed her, then returned with an accomplice on a motorcycle to snatch her bag. The stolen items included a Jim Thompson handbag, a silver iPhone 17 Pro Max, Pandora bracelets, and about 3,000 baht cash.
Following the incident, investigators at Bang Rak Police Station conducted a thorough investigation, gathering evidence to identify Thanit as the suspect. Using a court warrant, police were able to locate and arrest him, seizing the motorcycle used in the crime. Thanit, an app-based motorcycle taxi rider, claimed his need for additional income led him to the offence.
Currently, Thanit is undergoing legal proceedings at Bang Rak Police Station. The police are continuing their investigation to ensure justice for the victim and to prevent further incidents of this nature. Authorities stress the importance of vigilance among residents and tourists in the area, reported The Thaiger.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 04 Mar 2026
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