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In a swift move, Bangkok police have arrested two suspects tied to the theft of a bicycle belonging to an Israeli tourist in the vibrant Chinatown district of Yaowarat. The suspects, including 45-year-old Sompoth, were apprehended following an investigation which unveiled attempts to sell the stolen bicycle on Facebook.

 

The saga began when 54-year-old Israeli national, Mr. Erez, lodged a police report on the morning of April 20 after discovering his bicycle missing. The previous evening, on April 19, Mr. Erez had securely locked his black TREK FX3 bicycle to a lamppost on Songwat Road before indulging in Yaowarat's local attractions. Upon returning at 2:00 a.m., he found the chain cut and the bicycle gone.

 

Days into the investigation, Mr. Erez informed authorities about a suspect named "Sompoth" on Facebook, listing a bicycle for sale that matched the description of his stolen one. The bicycle was advertised at 7,000 baht (approximately $200), prompting investigators to set up a sting operation by feigning interest as potential buyers.

 

Sompoth, unsuspecting of the trap, arranged to meet the supposed buyers in Bang Sai Kai 2 Alley, in the Thonburi district, where police successfully apprehended him. Recovered alongside Sompoth during the arrest were a black TREK FX3 bicycle and a gray-black GIRO helmet — confirming the stolen items.

 

 

 

During interrogation, Sompoth claimed he had acquired the bicycle from an accomplice known only as "Anant" or "Man" for 5,000 baht (approximately $140) from a rental room in Itsaraphap Soi 29. His intent to resell it at 7,000 baht would have netted him a modest profit of 2,000 baht ($60).

 

Sompoth faces several charges, including nighttime theft involving the destruction of security measures, conspiring in a crime with multiple offenders, using a vehicle to facilitate the crime, and dealing in stolen property. Authorities continue to trace Anant, who will face similar charges if apprehended. Despite the evidence against them, both suspects have denied the allegations.

 

This case underscores the vigilance of Bangkok's law enforcement in swiftly addressing crimes affecting both locals and tourists, ensuring justice and maintaining confidence in public security.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod 2025-04-25

 

 

 

I am surprised that the Thai Police took an interest in this

2 hours ago, Nick Carter icp said:

I am surprised that the Thai Police took an interest in this

Just need to offer a reward.

Worked for me every time.

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

During interrogation, Sompoth claimed he had acquired the bicycle from an accomplice known only as "Anant" or "Man" for 5,000 baht (approximately $140) from a rental room in Itsaraphap Soi 29. His intent to resell it at 7,000 baht would have netted him a modest profit of 2,000 baht ($60).

Singing like a canary... 

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Authorities continue to trace Anant, who will face similar charges if apprehended. Despite the evidence against them, both suspects have denied the allegations.

Who are both the suspects who have denied the allegations ?

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

File photo for reference only

 

In a swift move, Bangkok police have arrested two suspects tied to the theft of a bicycle belonging to an Israeli tourist in the vibrant Chinatown district of Yaowarat. The suspects, including 45-year-old Sompoth, were apprehended following an investigation which unveiled attempts to sell the stolen bicycle on Facebook.

 

The saga began when 54-year-old Israeli national, Mr. Erez, lodged a police report on the morning of April 20 after discovering his bicycle missing. The previous evening, on April 19, Mr. Erez had securely locked his black TREK FX3 bicycle to a lamppost on Songwat Road before indulging in Yaowarat's local attractions. Upon returning at 2:00 a.m., he found the chain cut and the bicycle gone.

 

Days into the investigation, Mr. Erez informed authorities about a suspect named "Sompoth" on Facebook, listing a bicycle for sale that matched the description of his stolen one. The bicycle was advertised at 7,000 baht (approximately $200), prompting investigators to set up a sting operation by feigning interest as potential buyers.

 

Sompoth, unsuspecting of the trap, arranged to meet the supposed buyers in Bang Sai Kai 2 Alley, in the Thonburi district, where police successfully apprehended him. Recovered alongside Sompoth during the arrest were a black TREK FX3 bicycle and a gray-black GIRO helmet — confirming the stolen items.

 

 

 

During interrogation, Sompoth claimed he had acquired the bicycle from an accomplice known only as "Anant" or "Man" for 5,000 baht (approximately $140) from a rental room in Itsaraphap Soi 29. His intent to resell it at 7,000 baht would have netted him a modest profit of 2,000 baht ($60).

 

Sompoth faces several charges, including nighttime theft involving the destruction of security measures, conspiring in a crime with multiple offenders, using a vehicle to facilitate the crime, and dealing in stolen property. Authorities continue to trace Anant, who will face similar charges if apprehended. Despite the evidence against them, both suspects have denied the allegations.

 

This case underscores the vigilance of Bangkok's law enforcement in swiftly addressing crimes affecting both locals and tourists, ensuring justice and maintaining confidence in public security.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod 2025-04-25

 

 

 

 

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

File photo for reference only

 

In a swift move, Bangkok police have arrested two suspects tied to the theft of a bicycle belonging to an Israeli tourist in the vibrant Chinatown district of Yaowarat. The suspects, including 45-year-old Sompoth, were apprehended following an investigation which unveiled attempts to sell the stolen bicycle on Facebook.

 

The saga began when 54-year-old Israeli national, Mr. Erez, lodged a police report on the morning of April 20 after discovering his bicycle missing. The previous evening, on April 19, Mr. Erez had securely locked his black TREK FX3 bicycle to a lamppost on Songwat Road before indulging in Yaowarat's local attractions. Upon returning at 2:00 a.m., he found the chain cut and the bicycle gone.

 

Days into the investigation, Mr. Erez informed authorities about a suspect named "Sompoth" on Facebook, listing a bicycle for sale that matched the description of his stolen one. The bicycle was advertised at 7,000 baht (approximately $200), prompting investigators to set up a sting operation by feigning interest as potential buyers.

 

Sompoth, unsuspecting of the trap, arranged to meet the supposed buyers in Bang Sai Kai 2 Alley, in the Thonburi district, where police successfully apprehended him. Recovered alongside Sompoth during the arrest were a black TREK FX3 bicycle and a gray-black GIRO helmet — confirming the stolen items.

 

 

 

During interrogation, Sompoth claimed he had acquired the bicycle from an accomplice known only as "Anant" or "Man" for 5,000 baht (approximately $140) from a rental room in Itsaraphap Soi 29. His intent to resell it at 7,000 baht would have netted him a modest profit of 2,000 baht ($60).

 

Sompoth faces several charges, including nighttime theft involving the destruction of security measures, conspiring in a crime with multiple offenders, using a vehicle to facilitate the crime, and dealing in stolen property. Authorities continue to trace Anant, who will face similar charges if apprehended. Despite the evidence against them, both suspects have denied the allegations.

 

This case underscores the vigilance of Bangkok's law enforcement in swiftly addressing crimes affecting both locals and tourists, ensuring justice and maintaining confidence in public security.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khaosod 2025-04-25

 

 

 

WOW, that's fantastic news. Congratulations to the police for solving the Crime of the century a solen 7000 thb  pushbike .I  bet that blew the Police Comssioners tyres up when he got wind of that great Police work. They will get the Police division of the year  award at the next convention for solving the crime of the year and bringing justice to those  terrible  thieves and locking them up for life.Our streets are much safer now.

Parking and locking a  TREK FX 3 Disc Gen 3 (which is currently priced at 31,000 THB) in Thailand,

is just plain stupid.

18 minutes ago, ignore it said:

Parking and locking a  TREK FX 3 Disc Gen 3 (which is currently priced at 31,000 THB) in Thailand,

is just plain stupid.

 

What would you have them do when they're not riding it?

 

15 hours ago, wavodavo said:

 

WOW, that's fantastic news. Congratulations to the police for solving the Crime of the century a solen 7000 thb  pushbike .I  bet that blew the Police Comssioners tyres up when he got wind of that great Police work. They will get the Police division of the year  award at the next convention for solving the crime of the year and bringing justice to those  terrible  thieves and locking them up for life.Our streets are much safer now.

I wish the police in Britain were as efficient. They simply do not bothers with bike theft, or shop lifting or house breaking etc etc

They do bother with checking social media to check people's opinions and harras them and arrest them and take them to court for prosecution.

I think the Thai police have many positive qualities- arresting criminals is one of them!

On 4/25/2025 at 5:39 PM, Nick Carter icp said:

I am surprised that the Thai Police took an interest in this

I'm not. They love nicking crims.

13 hours ago, ignore it said:

Parking and locking a  TREK FX 3 Disc Gen 3 (which is currently priced at 31,000 THB) in Thailand,

is just plain stupid.

He's got his bike back so what's your point? I presume in YOUR country the bike would be stolen AND not returned. 

not smart to lock such an expensive bike outside and at night...

 

Not smart to list on FB asap

The police might have paid an interest in this case because it happened to one of "God's chosen people". It would have been "anti-semitic" not to investigate this crime and bring the perpetrators to justice. 

On 4/27/2025 at 12:08 AM, Magictoad said:

He's got his bike back so what's your point? I presume in YOUR country the bike would be stolen AND not returned. 

The point is the poster is correct...You invite theft though obviously the thieves have had no idea bike values...

 

Where i come from which is the bike capital of America, only 10% of bikes are recovered...Very sophisticated pro bike thieves at work...Not stupid enough to do what happened here