Ex-Soldier Arrested After Robbery in Women’s Clothing

Ex-soldier arrested in Bangkok after armed convenience-store robbery disguised as a woman

A 23-year-old former conscript was arrested in Bangkok after allegedly robbing a convenience store while dressed as a woman and armed with a knife. The robbery occurred around 1:50 am in Soi Rama IX 57, Bang Kapi District, with about 10,000 baht taken. CCTV footage captured the suspect in women’s clothing threatening staff before escaping. Police tracked him to his residence and charged him with robbery. The case is notable for the disguise and the theft from a late-night retail outlet.