Burglar caught and restrained by home-owner and neighbors

A burglar, who intended to finance his drug habit, was arrested and bound to a pole after a failed robbery at a soldier's home. This incident occurred within the Ban Muang Samakkhi community in Udon Thani.

Yesterday, on July 18, around 3pm, Police Lieutenant Sata Porn Sawatdee got information about a home invasion in Ban Muang Samakkhi. The homeowner and local residents managed to catch and hold the suspect until the police came.

Upon arriving at the crime scene, they found a 29-year-old Sergeant Udom Thongthip from the 13th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Battalion, and 18-year-old Theppitak Naprom, holding the suspect. The latter was identified as 42-year-old Manop Lakhonsi.

Manop was tied to a pole outside the house after he resisted arrest. His erratic actions also hinted at possible methamphetamine use. Homeowner Udom said that he caught Manop going through his belongings after scaling the fence.

Udom highlighted that he saw the suspect trying to escape when he got back from his shift, following a call from his brother-in-law. Even though Manop resisted, Udom, his brother-in-law and neighbors were able to control him and tie him to a pole, as they waited for law enforcement.

Upon police arrival, a drug test was administered on Manop. The results, indicated by a purple urine sample, showed signs of methamphetamine use. Under the influence, Manop admitted that he makes a living by collecting and selling scraps to purchase methamphetamine and marijuana.

On his good days, he uses his increased profits from selling scraps to buy food. He agreed that the drugs made him feel lively and content, leading him to work more extensively without tiring. Though he accepted the theft, he claimed it was his first offense.

The local police transported Manop to Udon Thani Police Station, where they are further investigating the matter.

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-- 2024-07-19

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