A Chinese tourist was reportedly assaulted and robbed of over 20,000 baht by three transgender women in a hotel in Pattaya, early Monday morning. The incident occurred around 04:30 when Pattaya City Police received a report of the attack at a hotel on Soi 4, Pattaya Second Road. Following the incident, the victim, Mr. Jiang Zili, 27, lodged a formal complaint with the police.

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Mr. Jiang reported, through an interpreter, that he had initially invited a transgender woman to his hotel room. She later brought along two friends, leading to an argument that escalated into violence. According to Mr. Jiang, the individuals damaged hotel property and stole 20,000 baht in cash from him before fleeing the scene.

A nearby motorcycle taxi rider recounted that the distressed tourist approached him for help, explaining that he had been attacked. The rider assisted in contacting the police for immediate assistance. Rescue workers from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya Foundation were on the scene to provide first aid to the victim.

Police investigators are currently examining CCTV footage from the hotel to identify the suspects and clarify the events that transpired. Authorities are actively pursuing legal action and aim to apprehend the individuals involved. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of tourists in the area.

As the investigation continues, authorities encourage tourists to exercise caution and remain vigilant. Measures might be considered to enhance security, particularly in popular tourist zones such as Pattaya. The incident underscores the importance of visitor safety and timely law enforcement response in such cases.

Key Takeaways

• A Chinese tourist in Pattaya was allegedly robbed of 20,000 baht by three transgender women.

• Police are reviewing hotel CCTV footage to identify the suspects.

• Investigators are pursuing legal action against those involved in the incident.

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Oh no! taking a ladybody back to your room at 4 am looking for trouble nothing will be done about itlesson learnt say goodbye to your money oh pattaya family destination strikes again

This seems to keep on happening, not always Chinese victims, but certainly reports of Indians and others?

Also the same MO, one LB gets invited but then he calls and invites his friends?

Only three against one? The ladyboys are becoming braver.

Ladyboys yet again.

When will people ever learn.

47 minutes ago, Scouse123 said:

Ladyboys yet again.

When will people ever learn.

Hey , don't go blaming the ladyboy they are only trying to run a business and make an honest living.It's the Johns who are the problem who always wan't a freebie and don't want to pay.

Ladyboys = Pattaya = theft (Usually Indian necklace)

1 hour ago, Scouse123 said:

Ladyboys yet again.

When will people ever learn.

Paid for one but three want a share...

We cannot let Honey, Ploy, and Angel get the Infinity Stones!

2 hours ago, wavodavo said:

Hey , don't go blaming the ladyboy they are only trying to run a business and make an honest living.It's the Johns who are the problem who always wan't a freebie and don't want to pay.

How do you know that? If you have inside info, does 20,000 baht seem like the correct fee?

Taking 3 ladyboys back to your room is at best being greedy and at worst a big risk - s he sadly found out

He is lucky he only lost money and had a modest incident- we all are aware of other incidents where the violence can be quite extreme

1 hour ago, Legal Lifeline said:

Taking 3 ladyboys back to your room is at best being greedy and at worst a big risk - s he sadly found out

He didn't take three LBs back to his room.

Why invite a guy to your room? Then his two friends tag along?

More Run.

Sohm nahm nah.

That old Thai chestnut perfectly describes this incident.

Post using racist term removed @wavodavo

I suppose some guys decide not to pay when they discover the girl they took back to their room was a fake. Most ladyboys are very obviously one, but I have seen a few who could easily deceive a guy after he had a few beers.

Sounds like those boys are on camera. BIBs will catch them next time they are out on beach road.

5 hours ago, Priorexpat said:

Sounds like those boys are on camera. BIBs will catch them next time they are out on beach road.

Don't be too sure.

Preventative action isn't one of the RTP's strong points.

"Measures might be considered to enhance security, particularly in popular tourist zones such as Pattaya."

YAWN! Is that comment copied and pasted from earlier statements by the "Powers that be"?