Photo via Facebook/ Ferosh Eve Suriya

 

A Thai man is appealing for assistance in identifying a foreign suspect accused of stealing two laptops and a wallet from accommodations in Bang Tao, Phuket, on October 1. Ferosh "Eve" Suriya shared CCTV footage on Facebook, asking the public for any information about the man's identity. The theft reportedly occurred between 5:50 AM and 6:00 AM in the Soi Bang Tao 11 area.

 

The suspect captured on footage wore a grey long-sleeved T-shirt, black shorts, black trainers, and a blue cap. He allegedly parked his black motorcycle at a distance before approaching the location. The CCTV images showed the suspect carrying the two stolen laptops and putting the wallet into his shorts pocket before returning briskly to his motorcycle.

 

The motorcycle’s registration, 1 กร 5935, was traced to a rental shop in Phuket. Eve has not confirmed lodging a formal complaint with police but is offering a reward for information leading to the man's arrest. Those with valuable information are encouraged to contact Eve directly at 082-651-5195.

 

This incident adds to a series of thefts in Phuket involving foreigners. In August, another foreigner was caught on CCTV swapping a price tag in a clothing store, successfully purchasing items at a reduced price. However, details about her subsequent arrest were not disclosed.

 

Looking forward, increased vigilance and cooperation between residents and authorities may be pivotal in addressing such incidents. Eve's appeal highlights the importance of community involvement in ensuring safety and security. More updates are expected as the investigation continues.

 

Key Takeaways

• CCTV footage shows a foreign suspect stealing in Phuket.
• Victim offers a reward for information leading to an arrest.
• This reflects a broader trend of thefts involving foreigners in the area.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-10-03

 

 

American......you can tell from the socks......

 

 

 

 

Edit: White American

6 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

American......you can tell from the socks......

 

Nah...

 

Australian....  you can tell 'cos two laptops were stolen !!!   

8 minutes ago, richard_smith237 said:

 

Nah...

 

Australian....  you can tell 'cos two laptops were stolen !!!   

 

Damn...you're right.

Russian or Israeli

20 minutes ago, richard_smith237 said:

 

Nah...

 

Australian....  you can tell 'cos two laptops were stolen !!!   

 

Too thin for a Yank.....!

3 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

Too thin for a Yank.....!

 

Maybe he's French with a non-stereotypical name such as Omar Haddad.... then we can have two pages debating his nationality because he's not called Jean-Paul Dupont....    

1 hour ago, Will B Good said:

American......you can tell from the socks......

Not German, they wear socks with sandals

8 minutes ago, PoorSucker said:

Not German, they wear socks with sandals

 

Without a doubt....lived there for 25 years......but he's in trainers!!!!!

Everybody can see he´s from Kenya. So, fixed it for you guys.

15 hours ago, brian69 said:

Russian or Israeli

What was your previous identity before you were banned in August?

It only can be a foreigner.. Thais will not do such things as stealing

This could be difficult, after all we all look the same!

 

15 hours ago, PoorSucker said:

Not German, they wear socks with sandals

Don't forget the lederhosen.🙃🙃

1 hour ago, Patong2021 said:

What was your previous identity before you were banned in August?

Banned from where ???

19 hours ago, Will B Good said:

American......you can tell from the socks......

 

 

 

 

Edit: White American

Baseball cap is a giveaway

18 hours ago, PoorSucker said:

Not German, they wear socks with sandals

Please don't generalize, I am 81y old, german, but you never would see me dressed with socks and sandals. Maybe I am an idiot, but I don't want to look like one.

Rental company should have a copy of his passport , problem solved.

48 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Baseball cap is a giveaway

The light blue baseball cap is only for camouflage!. Normally he wears a red MAGA cap.

23 minutes ago, Foek said:

Rental company should have a copy of his passport , problem solved.

Correct and why no police follow up maybe id stolen, don't the bike shops take a pic of the rentor? that would solve everything

20 hours ago, Will B Good said:

American......you can tell from the socks......

 

 

 

 

Edit: White American

and the silly baseball cap but to his credit he didn't wear it backwards.

23 minutes ago, kiwikeith said:

48 minutes ago, Foek said:

Rental company should have a copy of his passport , problem solved.

Correct and why no police follow up maybe id stolen, don't the bike shops take a pic of the rentor? that would solve everything

 

I'm sure they already have his details based on the above - but leaving out information means more comments....  read into that what you will..... 

1 hour ago, kiwikeith said:

Correct and why no police follow up maybe id stolen, don't the bike shops take a pic of the rentor? that would solve everything

It says no police report has been filed so they won’t do anything.

 

wouldn’t be surprised if the victim isn’t looking for a little vigilante action. Or maybe he doesn’t want to pay off the police to do their job.

Episode 2 - Foreign Thief detained with expired visa.  

23 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Photo via Facebook/ Ferosh Eve Suriya

 

A Thai man is appealing for assistance in identifying a foreign suspect accused of stealing two laptops and a wallet from accommodations in Bang Tao, Phuket, on October 1. Ferosh "Eve" Suriya shared CCTV footage on Facebook, asking the public for any information about the man's identity. The theft reportedly occurred between 5:50 AM and 6:00 AM in the Soi Bang Tao 11 area.

 

The suspect captured on footage wore a grey long-sleeved T-shirt, black shorts, black trainers, and a blue cap. He allegedly parked his black motorcycle at a distance before approaching the location. The CCTV images showed the suspect carrying the two stolen laptops and putting the wallet into his shorts pocket before returning briskly to his motorcycle.

 

The motorcycle’s registration, 1 กร 5935, was traced to a rental shop in Phuket. Eve has not confirmed lodging a formal complaint with police but is offering a reward for information leading to the man's arrest. Those with valuable information are encouraged to contact Eve directly at 082-651-5195.

 

This incident adds to a series of thefts in Phuket involving foreigners. In August, another foreigner was caught on CCTV swapping a price tag in a clothing store, successfully purchasing items at a reduced price. However, details about her subsequent arrest were not disclosed.

 

Looking forward, increased vigilance and cooperation between residents and authorities may be pivotal in addressing such incidents. Eve's appeal highlights the importance of community involvement in ensuring safety and security. More updates are expected as the investigation continues.

 

Key Takeaways

• CCTV footage shows a foreign suspect stealing in Phuket.
• Victim offers a reward for information leading to an arrest.
• This reflects a broader trend of thefts involving foreigners in the area.

 

Related Stories

Irish Women Caught on CCTV Chasing Thief in Chiang Mai

Police Seek Thief After Pattaya Bar Bag Snatch

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-10-03

 

 

Deffo a convict. Yank would of weighed half a ton and you can hear them coming a mile off 

It's Johnny Farang.

5 hours ago, soalbundy said:

and the silly baseball cap but to his credit he didn't wear it backwards.

 

It is stupid of me....but seeing people wearing a baseball cap backwards (especially when it's sunny) drives me mad.

6 hours ago, kiwikeith said:

Correct and why no police follow up maybe id stolen, don't the bike shops take a pic of the rentor? that would solve everything

Are you actually saying police in Thailand should do the job instead of being local Mafia, guess you haven't been here long.

On 10/3/2025 at 9:41 PM, Will B Good said:

 

Without a doubt....lived there for 25 years......but he's in trainers!!!!!

If he is an Australian he would be wearing rubber things.

12 hours ago, PoorSucker said:

Are you actually saying police in Thailand should do the job instead of being local Mafia, guess you haven't been here long.

Yep do their jobs, and I've been here a long time and have relatives in the police force