Swedish Tourist in Pattaya Steals Motorcycles, Hits Several Cars

[snoop1130]

Picture courtesy: The Pattaya News

 

A Swedish tourist's wild antics involving stolen motorcycle and car crashes ended with him in police custody early Sunday morning, in the city of Pattaya, Thailand. Identified as 34-year-old Oliver Joakim Stare, the tourist was spotted shirtless on a surveillance camera.

 

At around 12.05am on Sunday, June 2, Stare was seen snatching a motorcycle from a taxi driver, Thosaporn Meesamut, 45, who was taking a break at a shop. The thief swiftly rode away. The incident occurred on Soi Noen Plub Wan Street in Pattaya.

 

Meesamut shared with local news outlets that this shirtless stranger had —unsuccessfully— flagged him down, raising his suspicion about the tourist's erratic disposition. Stare then pursued him, catching up with him at the shop where he stole the motorcycle.

 

Stare was reported to have subsequently stolen another motorcycle and was involved in a several-car collision in Central Pattaya. The accident saw him sustain head injuries.

 

Seeking aid, Stare approached security guards at a nearby hotel in the Na Jomtien area, alleging an assault against him. Skeptical of his claim, they contacted the police, effectively ending Stare's reckless run throughout the city. The police arrived and brought him to the Na Jomtien Police Station where he is currently detained.

 

As the investigation proceeds, Stare is expected to undergo testing for possible illegal drug use. This will help police understand what triggered his outrageous behavior. In addition, he may be facing multiple charges related to his actions that night.

 

File photo for reference only

 

-- 2024-06-03

 

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[PoorSucker]

I know this guy, used to work with me here in Pattaya before he got fired.

[rattlesnake]

11 minutes ago, PoorSucker said:

I know this guy, used to work with me here in Pattaya before he got fired.

 

So not a tourist then (as reported in the article)?

[Pattaya57]

Haha, one shirtless guy without a helmet steals a bike but the photo is of 2 people in full bike gear including full face helmets....why not just show the actually cctv Pic that is out there for everyone to see?

 

[2008bangkok]

49 minutes ago, Pattaya57 said:

Haha, one shirtless guy without a helmet steals a bike but the photo is of 2 people in full bike gear including full face helmets....why not just show the actually cctv Pic that is out there for everyone to see?

 

That is one of the better mistakes, it's almost every post and some pics are not even on topic. 

[transam]

Gottfried, where are you............😂

[CHdiver]

I am sure that pic is from the Thai Police SWAT Team following the Swede 😎

[AreYouGerman]

Yup, that's the 'Swedish' I was thinking of:

 

[PoorSucker]

51 minutes ago, AreYouGerman said:

Yup, that's the 'Swedish' I was thinking of:

 

When you really need a carpenter.

[Gottfrid]

4 hours ago, Pattaya57 said:

Haha, one shirtless guy without a helmet steals a bike but the photo is of 2 people in full bike gear including full face helmets....why not just show the actually cctv Pic that is out there for everyone to see?

 

Did you happen to read this

File photo for reference only

[Gottfrid]

Another one that adds to the reputation of foreigners in Thailand. Throw him out.

[Pattaya57]

15 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

Did you happen to read this

File photo for reference only

Yes I did. But it's a totally irrelevant photo that is nothing like the actual incident. Why not post a Grand Prix Bike as it would be just as relevant lol

 

This is what actually happened

 

[DjSilver]

Pattaya always brings out the low life trash. But wait, that's 98 % of everyone in Pattaya, both Thais and foreigners 🤣

[Charlest1971]

11 hours ago, CHdiver said:

I am sure that pic is from the Thai Police SWAT Team following the Swede 😎

He looks more like a turnip than a swede? 🤔

[hotchilli]

8 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Another one that adds to the reputation of foreigners in Thailand. Throw him out.

Another quality Pattaya tourist  strikes again...

Soon there will be up to or even over 50 million of them in the country at any one time...

Will Thailands finest RTP be able to manage the dregs of western society coming over here to party en-masse?

[2baht]

10 hours ago, AreYouGerman said:

Yup, that's the 'Swedish' I was thinking of:

 

Where does it say anyone was a builder???

 

 

[Gottfrid]

7 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Another quality Pattaya tourist  strikes again...

Soon there will be up to or even over 50 million of them in the country at any one time...

Will Thailands finest RTP be able to manage the dregs of western society coming over here to party en-masse?

Nah, according to me they can´t handle it already. So, that will be a total f-up

[malibukid]

meatball

[jacko45k]

52 minutes ago, DjSilver said:

Pattaya always brings out the low life trash. But wait, that's 98 % of everyone in Pattaya, both Thais and foreigners 🤣

A little of an exaggeration I suspect. 

 

[tandor]

14 hours ago, PoorSucker said:

I know this guy, used to work with me here in Pattaya before he got fired.

are you going surety?

[RichardColeman]

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

As the investigation proceeds, Stare is expected to undergo testing for possible illegal drug use.

I'd make a wee sample part of the yearly visa extension - but then again, no heavy drug user probably uses extension anyway

[itsari]

10 hours ago, PoorSucker said:

When you really need a carpenter.

Snekker in this case.

[PremiumLane]

9 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Another one that adds to the reputation of foreigners in Thailand. Throw him out.

 

AseanNow cliche bingo 

[Tarteso]

10 hours ago, PoorSucker said:

When you really need a carpenter.

A guitar blow to the head ?🤔

[Bangkok Barry]

10 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Did you happen to read this

File photo for reference only

 

So, what is the point? What is it in reference to when the photo has no connection with the report? A photo of something not connected to the report is just bizarre. 'Here's a photo that has nothing to do with the report. Enjoy.'

[Chongalulu]

15 hours ago, PoorSucker said:

I know this guy, used to work with me here in Pattaya before he got fired.

Still miss him...? 

[jesimps]

2 hours ago, DjSilver said:

Pattaya always brings out the low life trash. But wait, that's 98 % of everyone in Pattaya, both Thais and foreigners 🤣

I've lived in the Pattaya area for over 17 years, strange that I've never met any of the 98% which you refer to. Methinks that you're one of the 98% who've never visited the city.

[Bruce Aussie Chiang Mai]

1 hour ago, jacko45k said:

A little of an exaggeration I suspect. 

 

Definitely would only be 90%.🤣

[Darksidedude]

nutter

[SiSePuede419]

I thought kids in Sweden drive around in old American cars getting drunk and hitting Volvos and no one cares because Volvos are so safe. 😄