Pictures courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A Myanmar national has been arrested for stealing over 600,000 baht in cash and a significant quantity of gold jewellery worth nearly 1 million baht in total from a fellow worker living in the same labour camp.

 

The suspect, identified as 34-year-old Mr Thant Zin, was apprehended by a combined team of investigators and local administrative officials at a worker’s camp in Moo 5, Dusit subdistrict, Tham Phannara district, Nakhon Si Thammarat province.

 

According to police reports, Mr Thant Zin had been closely observing his fellow Myanmar worker, who was known for his dedication and habit of saving money and gold in preparation for his eventual return to Myanmar. Exploiting this trust, Mr Thant Zin allegedly broke into his roommate’s accommodation while he was away working and stole a large amount of cash and gold ornaments.

 

Authorities recovered over 600,000 baht in cash and several items of gold jewellery hidden in a pile of rubbish behind the camp. Mr Thant Zin also led police to a reservoir where he admitted to discarding the clothes he had worn during the theft.

During questioning, the suspect confessed that he initially intended only to take some money for personal expenses but was tempted by the large amount of valuables stored in the victim’s room. He decided to take everything and hide the stolen items until his arrest.

 

The suspect is now in custody at Tham Phannara Police Station and is facing charges related to theft and trespassing.

 

Police commended the swift investigative work that led to the arrest and the recovery of the stolen property, while reminding the public and migrant workers of the importance of secure storage for valuables.

 

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-02.

 

 

 

Lets say the victim is paid 400 Baht day and saves 300 of it. Works out to about 9 years of toil and along time to have accumulated wealth stuffed under a mattress.

 

Hard to believe, IMHO he was into more than hard labour and the accused knew about!

Nearly one million baht in gold and jewellerey, 600,000bt in cash, I'm obviously in the wrong line of work.

3 hours ago, bdenner said:

Lets say the victim is paid 400 Baht day and saves 300 of it. Works out to about 9 years of toil and along time to have accumulated wealth stuffed under a mattress.

 

Hard to believe, IMHO he was into more than hard labour and the accused knew about!

 

Exactly. Living on 100 baht a day for 9 years, so, probably only eating rice with extra rice, no fun, beer, mobile phone, clothes buying, etc.? I know few people who could do this. At least, with so much frugality and sad life, he should have put it in the bank.

1 hour ago, StayinThailand2much said:

 

 he should have put it in the bank.

Being "A Myanmar national"  I doubt he could open a Thai Bank account.

27 minutes ago, bdenner said:

Being "A Myanmar national"  I doubt he could open a Thai Bank account.

 

Are non Thai citizens not able to open a bank account in Thailand ?

Many variables, visa status, work permit, legal standing etc.

14 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

 

Pictures courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A Myanmar national has been arrested for stealing over 600,000 baht in cash and a significant quantity of gold jewellery worth nearly 1 million baht in total from a fellow worker living in the same labour camp.

 

The suspect, identified as 34-year-old Mr Thant Zin, was apprehended by a combined team of investigators and local administrative officials at a worker’s camp in Moo 5, Dusit subdistrict, Tham Phannara district, Nakhon Si Thammarat province.

 

According to police reports, Mr Thant Zin had been closely observing his fellow Myanmar worker, who was known for his dedication and habit of saving money and gold in preparation for his eventual return to Myanmar. Exploiting this trust, Mr Thant Zin allegedly broke into his roommate’s accommodation while he was away working and stole a large amount of cash and gold ornaments.

 

Authorities recovered over 600,000 baht in cash and several items of gold jewellery hidden in a pile of rubbish behind the camp. Mr Thant Zin also led police to a reservoir where he admitted to discarding the clothes he had worn during the theft.

During questioning, the suspect confessed that he initially intended only to take some money for personal expenses but was tempted by the large amount of valuables stored in the victim’s room. He decided to take everything and hide the stolen items until his arrest.

 

The suspect is now in custody at Tham Phannara Police Station and is facing charges related to theft and trespassing.

 

Police commended the swift investigative work that led to the arrest and the recovery of the stolen property, while reminding the public and migrant workers of the importance of secure storage for valuables.

 

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-02.

 

 

 

It's amazing how the worker could save such a lot of money and valuables. 😳

8 hours ago, bdenner said:

Being "A Myanmar national"  I doubt he could open a Thai Bank account.

 

From Google: "Yes, Burmese nationals can open bank accounts in Thailand. They will need to visit a bank branch in person and provide a valid passport or government-issued ID, and a work permit if applicable. Some banks may also require additional supporting documentation or a minimum initial deposit (...)"