CCTV Catches Chinese Man Leaving Suspicious Bag at Bangkok Shrine

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Pictures courtesy of Thai Rath

 

In a bewildering incident, a Chinese national left a bag at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok's bustling Chatuchak district, prompting a police investigation. Authorities were alerted to the scene around 7:30 PM on 27th March, following reports of a suspicious package being abandoned at the site by a man who then fled.

 

Police responded promptly, with Pol. Lt. Shawarit Chan-gern leading the investigation at the shrine located near the entrance of Soi Phaholyothin 18/1.

 

The incident caused concern among locals and visitors due to the high-profile location, necessitating the deployment of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team to ensure safety.

 

Upon inspection, the abandoned bag was found to contain personal effects, including clothing, a mobile phone, and a wallet. The wallet held an identification card revealing the man's identity as a resident of Kunming, China. These items have been secured as evidence in the ongoing investigation.

 

 

Deputy Police Inspector Pol. Lt. Worapat Sukhthai commented on the situation, explaining that CCTV footage captured the individual calmly placing the bag before making a quick exit.

 

Initial assessments suggest the motive might have been to create a commotion rather than cause harm, as there is no indication of any violent intent or association with extremist groups.

 

 

 

 

In collaboration with The Immigration Bureau, the police are reviewing records to track the individual's entry into Thailand.

 

Efforts are underway to locate the man and bring him in for questioning to understand his motives fully. The incident has drawn significant attention, highlighting the need for vigilance in handling suspicious activities in public areas.

 

 

Based on a story by Thai Rath

 

-- 2025-03-28

 

 

[lordgrinz]

Dry run?

[dddave]

53 minutes ago, lordgrinz said:

Dry run?

Perhaps.  Maybe testing security procedures and response.  The Erawan bombing 10 years ago was believed to be connected to Uyghur refugees being returned to China.  Similar situation now.

[garygooner]

Leaving your wallet and an ID card behind. Interesting.  

[Woke to Sounds]

Pending suicide.

 

Scumsucker!

[hotchilli]

22 hours ago, lordgrinz said:

Dry run?

Possibly... 

[Classic Ray]

Possibly a dry run with a stolen bag to cast suspicion on the Chinese owner.

[Celsius]

i would put my monneee on him being drunk

[Gandtee]

21 hours ago, garygooner said:

Leaving your wallet and an ID card behind. Interesting.  

Maybe a stolen bag being ditched?

[Zack61]

1 hour ago, Celsius said:

i would put my monneee on him being drunk

He wasn’t as thunk as you drink he was. 

[fredab]

you can read into it all you like but he was clearly 

[BangkokReady]

Doubt that it would be a dry run to test response.  They generally set off the bomb shortly after leaving.  And leaving an ID card would not be helpful.  Even if the bag was stolen, it could still lead back to someone, as they might have CCTV of the bag being taken.

 

Also, a dry run would make authorities more cautious, so the data obtained would be useless.

 

Maybe a crazy mainlander who thought a shrine would be a good place to leave a bag for the day.