Two burglars were apprehended in Songkhla after breaking into three upscale properties in a single night. The culprits, seeking to repay debts accrued from a previous crime, made off with valuable items such as amulets and a Rolex watch.

 

Following an investigation led by law enforcement officers in Songkhla province, including Police Colonel Dusit Promsin and his team, the thieves - identified as 32-year-old Atchariya and 34-year-old Samchai - were caught.

 

The pair had been involved in a previous armed robbery and resorted to burglary to pay off debts stemming from bail money borrowed to secure their previous release.

 

The authorities relied on CCTV footage to track down the duo, who had also been implicated in a high-profile gun theft from Union Fire Arms. Despite recovering all stolen weapons and some items taken during the recent burglaries, the police continue their pursuit of unrecovered valuables.

 

Atchariya and Somchai confessed that their return to burglary was an attempt to settle debts with a fellow gang member, Somsak, from the previous gun robbery case.

 

However, their criminal activities to repay debts have now resulted in their arrest, with the prospect of bail appearing slim given the recurrence of their offenses. The police have taken custody of the burglars and are initiating legal proceedings for their latest crimes.

 

Picture courtesy: Matichon

 

-- 2024-05-13

 

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5 hours ago, webfact said:

The pair had been involved in a previous armed robbery and resorted to burglary to pay off debts stemming from bail money borrowed to secure their previous release

When you're in a hole stop digging...

Repeat thieves should lose a finger every time they are cauth more than once steeling.

  In some countries they would lose a whole hand.  TIme in jail is not a deterrent for some people sadly.