Bangkok robbers impersonate police to steal from Chinese tourist

Bangkok robbers impersonate police to steal from Chinese tourist

Three men disguised as Thai police officers robbed a Chinese tourist of around 46,000 baht in Bangkok’s Huai Khwang district. They allegedly approached the victim under false pretences, searched his belongings, and took the money before fleeing. Police later apprehended one suspect while the other two remain at large. The incident highlights ongoing scams exploiting tourists’ trust in law enforcement. Officials have urged visitors to verify officer identities before cooperating during street checks.