Last British Suspect Held in Pattaya Safe Robbery

Police have arrested the final suspect in a violent safe robbery that saw more than 2,000,000 baht stolen from a home in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung. The operation concluded on 4 March 2025 with the capture of a 26-year-old British national, bringing the week-long manhunt to an end and easing concerns in the local community. Officers seized 260,660 baht in cash and other evidence during the arrest.

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The robbery took place on 26 February inside a property in Chokchai 9 Village, Soi Khao Noi, Moo 10, Nong Prue. Suspects dressed in black and wearing balaclavas reportedly used a knife to threaten occupants before stealing more than 2,000,000 baht in cash contained in a safe. Three suspects had previously been arrested, leaving one still at large and causing alarm among residents.

On 4 March 2025, Pol Col Nattapol Phongsuksakul, Superintendent of Nong Prue Police Station, led a joint operation with Pol Lt Col Thana Wisetchai, Deputy Superintendent of Investigation, alongside Chonburi Provincial Police investigators, Immigration Police and Tourist Police. The final suspect, Mr Brandon Tyler Garrett, 26, a British national, was arrested under Pattaya Provincial Court warrant No. 126/2569 dated 28 February 2025. He faces charges of jointly committing armed robbery and using a vehicle to facilitate the offence, escape or transport stolen property.

Officers apprehended him at a house numbered 47/31 Moo 4, Nong Pla Lai, Bang Lamung, Chonburi. A search of the property uncovered 260,660 baht in cash, Kasikornbank money bands and clothing believed to have been worn during the robbery. The three previously arrested suspects all British nationals, had been remanded by the court on 2 March.

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Pol Col Nattapol stated that the case was a serious offence affecting public confidence and the image of the tourist area. He said officers from multiple agencies worked in close coordination, analysing CCTV footage, escape routes and forensic evidence in detail until all suspects were apprehended.

The suspect has been handed over to investigators for legal proceedings. Authorities are continuing efforts to recover the remaining stolen funds and are examining whether any others provided support or were involved. Officials reaffirmed that anyone committing crimes in Thailand, regardless of nationality, will face full legal action.

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