Police Hunt Suspect in Attempted Kidnapping of Businesswoman

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Rattanathibet Police are preparing an arrest warrant for a suspect who allegedly attempted to abduct and assault a female business owner in a car park at a well-known shopping centre in Nonthaburi Province.

 

The incident came to light when a Facebook user posted a plea for help after witnessing the event on 30 October at 2 p.m. in the 3A parking level of a prominent shopping mall in the Khae Rai area, Nonthaburi.

 

The victim, who had returned to her car to retrieve forgotten items, was followed by the suspect without her noticing. As she reached her car, the man reportedly attacked her by grabbing her throat and forcing her into the vehicle. Her struggle and cries alerted passersby, prompting the suspect to flee.

 

On 1 November, police discovered a bag left by the suspect in the victim’s car. Inside, they found a knife, cable ties, an ID card, important documents, and numerous bills.

 

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The victim, shaken and fearing for her safety, later reported the incident at Rattanathibet Police Station and shared her experience on social media to aid in tracking down the suspect.

 

Police Chief Pisuth Chantharasuwan stated that the victim has undergone a medical examination, with preliminary charges pending the doctor’s report.

 

CCTV footage and the victim’s testimony are being used to build the case for assault charges, reported Daily News.

 

The police have warned that if the suspect does not surrender, an arrest warrant will be issued. Investigators are actively pursuing leads on the suspect’s whereabouts after discovering he had fled his registered address. The pursuit to bring him to justice continues.

 

-- 2024-11-02