British Group Arrested for Robbing American Lawyer in Phuket

British Group Arrested for Robbing American Lawyer in Phuket Heist

Four British nationals were arrested in Phuket after allegedly robbing an American lawyer, taking a luxury watch said to be worth around 2.3 million baht. The attack involved one of the suspects ramming the victim’s motorbike with a vehicle, then others brandishing weapons and demanding the watch. The suspects were caught fairly quickly, helped by dashcam and forensic evidence such as fingerprints from the getaway vehicle. Local police praised the response, noting public cooperation was key to resolving the case. The victim, though shaken, expressed confidence in law enforcement despite the boldness of the crime.