Crime Man Thought to Be British Accused of Car Theft Attempt in Phuket

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Picture courtesy of Facebook/Mewadi Dokmai

 

A daring theft in Phuket unfolds as a foreign man attempts to steal a car and makes off with a mobile phone, leaving a local woman and her community on edge.

 

In the tranquil streets of Thalang district, Phuket, a shocking incident unfolded as a foreign man, reportedly British, targeted local resident Mewadi Dokmai outside her Candlelit Workshop on August 18. The man’s audacious attempt to steal her car triggered a wave of concern throughout the community.

 

In the busy Choeng Thale sub-district, Mewadi parked her car outside her workshop, which is where the incident started. Out of nowhere, the foreign man approached her, attempting to engage in conversation.

 

Sensing something amiss, Mewadi firmly asked him to leave. Undeterred, the man brazenly opened her car door and attempted to drive away. Thanks to Mewadi's quick thinking and intervention, his efforts were thwarted, but not without causing a scene.

 

The suspect took advantage of the chaos to seize Mewadi's mobile phone. This act further escalated the situation, highlighting the man’s reckless desperation.

 

Mewadi quickly took to various Facebook groups and local news to warn others of the looming threat. Her urgent message, shared in both Thai and English, stressed the danger posed by the man and implored the community to stay vigilant.

 

To substantiate her claims, Mewadi shared a photo of her police complaint filed at the Choeng Thale Police Station. Her account gained traction after she disclosed meeting another victim at the police station. This person reported a similar confrontation with the same foreign man, who had also attempted to steal a motorcycle.

 

Fortunately, the motorbike owner managed to catch the suspect and handed him over to the police.

 

Although the man is currently in custody, Mewadi fears his potential release could lead to further incidents. She anxiously expressed concerns that he might return to harass her customers or attempt another theft.

 

A local man commented on Mewadi's social media post, recounting his own encounter with the foreigner. He described the suspect as shirtless and barefoot, claiming to be British, a detail seemingly corroborated by his accent. As of now, police have yet to disclose their next steps in the ongoing investigation.

 

The community remains on high alert, with residents urged to report any suspicious activities. As authorities continue to handle the case, questions linger about the suspect’s potential release and the safety of those in the area.

 

Candlelit Workshop | Photo via Google Map
 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-08-19

 

[JoePai]

Mewadi quickly took to various Facebook groups and local news to warn others

 

So more important than first notifying the cops she got onto Fb  🤣