Influencers Apologise for Fake Gold-Theft Prank in Pattaya

Two Thai Influencers Apologize for Fake Gold-Theft Stunt on Pattaya Beach

Two Thai social media influencers have publicly apologized after staging a bogus gold-theft prank on a Pattaya beach. Their video, which gained viral attention, showed them falsely claiming gold jewelry was stolen to garner drama and reactions. Critics accused them of trivializing crime to boost views and engagement. The influencers admitted their stunt was ill conceived and expressed regret. Local officials suggested such acts reflect poorly on both social media ethics and community standards.