Arrest Made In Russian Assault And Robbery Case By Pattaya Police

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Arrest made in Russian Assault and robbery case by Pattaya Police

PATTAYA: -- A series of events occurred on New Year’s Day which culminated in the arrest of the main suspect wanted in connection with the abduction, assault and robbery case involving two female Russian tourists on 25th December.

The day began at 7am for Pattaya Police as Police Major General Sanchai, Deputy Region 2 Police Commissioner led a raid on a house in Soi Mapyailia 33 in East Pattaya with the assistance of Nongrue Police. At the house a Blue Toyota Mighty X pick-up with white rims, owned by the female house owner, was seized and the owner was invited to Nongprue Police Station where she confirmed the vehicle was taken by her estranged husband, Khun Wichien, known locally as “Bungsee”, on 24th December.

Police had already identified Khun Wichien as one of four suspects wanted in connection with the case. The other 3 suspects include a boy under the age of 18 who is thought to have acted as a lookout for the other three men as they committed the alleged assault of the Russians in the remote location in Huay Yai.

Police are slowly revealing details of the investigation which they initially kept from the public and local journalists. They spoke with a number of well-known gangs in the Huay Yai area and all of them gave the name of Khun Wichien as the owner of the pick-up which was then located by Police.

Full story: http://www.pattayaon...pattaya-police/

-- Pattaya One 2013-01-02

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Man arrested in Russian Assault case from Pattaya

By Staff Reporter

PATTAYA: -- One of the weapons used to scare the two Russian women who were raped after being abducted in Pattaya has been recovered by police

Having interviewed all nearby businesses and taken CCTV recordings from some of those businesses in the area, Police have also announced that they have recovered a knife, some 50 yards from where the attack took place.

They are also said to have interviewed a local garage proprietor after he reported that someone had tried to sell the vehicle to him, but when the seller insisted it would be sold as spare parts and not as a whole vehicle. The garage keeper, who also deals in spare parts, is said to have turned down the deal .

Full story: http://www.pattaya10...lt-man-arreste/

--Pattaya 103 FM 2013-01-02

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Sexual assault suspect arrested

The Nation

BANG LAMUNG: -- Police yesterday arrested a Thai man suspected of being one of three who raped, assaulted and robbed two Russian women at a reservoir in Bang Lamung in Chon Buri late on December 26.

After a morning raid on a Bang Lamung house to seize a pickup suspected of being used in the attack and interrogation of a woman who owned the truck, police brought in the two victims, who then identified the vehicle as the one used by their attackers. Police later arrested a man named Wichian Jaija, the truck owner's husband, at his mistress' house in Chachoengsao's Bang Pakong district.

The arrest reportedly came after police investigators were given information by some locals that Wichien and two others had robbed the Russian women and Wichen, together with an accomplice, allegedly raped the women while the third man acted as a lookout. The other two suspects were made to undergo a drug test and interrogation but neither had been charged at press time.

-- The Nation 2013-01-02

[londoedan]

Great - I'm well-chuffed that the much-maligned BIB are taking this horrible crime seriously.

[theblether]

Horrific.......truly horrific.

[submaniac]

Good work. Glad to see them taking action and catching filth like this and keeping them from roaming the street.

[OMGImInPattaya]

Nice to see the police have such close relations with all the gangs in Pattaya...I guess it escapes them that these are the people they should be arresting. I like how they put it..."currently undergoing interviewing," I wonder how that's going for Khun Wichien

Maybe just hand over the Thai gang-banger to his local Russian counterparts and let them have their way with him.

Edited January 2, 2013 by OMGImInPattaya

[Rimmer]

Great job well done! I hope they don't enoy the rest of their life in jail.

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Thai suspect arrested in Russian tourists Christmas robbery, rape case

By Digital Media

CHACHOENGSAO, Jan 2 -- A Thai suspect has been arrested in connection with the rape, assault and robbery of two female Russian tourists on Christmas Day, December 25, in the tourist district of Pattaya in the nearby province of Chonburi.

Pol Maj-Gen Sanchai Chaiamporn, Deputy Region 2 Police Commissioner, led a raid on a house in Soi Mapyailia 33 in Pattaya's Banglamung district after receiving information that a vehicle used in the incident was there.

Police found a pickup truck, owned by the woman house owner. It was seized and the owner was asked to Nongprue Police Station where she said the vehicle was taken by her estranged husband, identified as Wichien Jaija, also known as Bungsee, on December 24.

The two Russian tourists confirmed that the vehicle was used on the day they were assaulted.

Police had earlier identified Mr Wichien as one of four suspects wanted in connection with the case following the investigation and questioning a teenaged witness.

The other three suspects include a boy under age 18 who is thought to have acted as a lookout for the other three men as they committed the alleged assault on the Russians in a remote location in Huay Yai.

Police later arrested Mr Wichien the home of another wife in Chachoengsao.

Two more suspects were detained for questioning but no charges yet have been filed against them.

The two Russian tourists reported to police that as they walked back to their hotel in Pattaya, they were forced at gunpoint and threatened with a knife into a pickup truck by three Thai men. The men robbed and raped the women in a forested area in Huay Yai and left them there. (MCOT online news)

-- TNA 2013-01-02

[saroq]

Good work. Glad to see them taking action and catching filth like this and keeping them from roaming the street.

Next question what sentence will this filth receive?

[somdej]

Reading through this forum and in particular stories like this reminds me of the BBC news, I don't know why. I suspect because all this negativity is so depressing.

Thailand is no longer the country that I loved 25 years ago that's for sure, and given the resources I would probably move but it does make me wonder to what extent Thai Visa, with its seemingly constant stream of bad news, is representative of Thai society as a whole, or is my perception of reality being distorted.

Cant we have just one day of all good news stories.

[cup-O-coffee]

From as insignificant a statement as "Rounding up Ladyboys on Beach Road" to as seemingly as significant (as a human would think) as "(Rounding up) Murderers and Rapists": beyond the surface differences, is there really any significant and edifying result in the manner with which the Thais engage their problem solving skills? I think not, due to the fact that the garbage they collect (whether animate or inanimate) consistently ends up right back out on the street. The only difference from the process? Something of value has been exchanged to put everything back the way it was originally.

[unanimosity]

Good work. Glad to see them taking action and catching filth like this and keeping them from roaming the street.

Next question what sentence will this filth receive?

Have to wait and see what they can afford.

[caykay]

Reading through this forum and in particular stories like this reminds me of the BBC news, I don't know why. I suspect because all this negativity is so depressing.

Thailand is no longer the country that I loved 25 years ago that's for sure, and given the resources I would probably move but it does make me wonder to what extent Thai Visa, with its seemingly constant stream of bad news, is representative of Thai society as a whole, or is my perception of reality being distorted.

Cant we have just one day of all good news stories.

No.

[Rimmer]

Prime Suspect Arrested In Russian Rape Case

PATTAYA:--Police have arrested a suspect for the rape and robbery of two Russian female tourists on Christmas Day. A pickup truck used by the suspect was also seized. Two other suspects were arrested but not initially charged. A teen boy also reportedly served as a lookout during the crime.

PATTAYA – January 1, 2013 [PDN]; at 7 a.m., police raided a home in East Pattaya and seized what is believed to be the pickup truck used in the rape and robbery of two Russian tourists on Christmas Day.

The ladies had been walking through a Pratumnak Hill park in the predawn darkness to return to their hotel. But they were forced into a pickup truck by three Thai men, who drove to the Sak Nok reservoir area in Huay Yai and assaulted them.

The raid was a coordinated effort by Nonprue police and Pol. Maj. Gen. Sanchai Chaiamporn, Deputy Commissioner, section 2; Pol. Maj. Gen. Katcha Thartsart, Commander, Chonburi province; Pol. Maj. Gen. Kittiphong Ngaomook, Commander, section 2; Pol. Col. Supphathee Boonkrong, Deputy Commander, Chonburi province; and Pol. Col. Somneuk Jankate, Superintendent.

The raided house is on Soi Mabyailia in Tambon Nong Preu, Amphur Banglamung. The pickup truck seized by police was a blueToyota Mighty-X with white max rims, license number BOR THOR-7200 Chonburi.

The registered owner of the pickup truck was the homeowner, “Mrs. Noi” (alias). She is separated from her husband, who is the prime suspect in the case.

Full story:http://www.pattayadailynews.com/en/2013/01/02/prime-suspect-arrested-in-russian-rape-case/

--PATTAYA DAILY NEWS 2013-01-02

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[pacovl46]

Why no pictures of the guy?

[fakename]

I like the bit about flying in on a helicopter, that gives a bit of class to this crime. Im sure if I were robbed, he would arrive in a baht bus, but then im giving myself too much value, he wouldnt have came at all.

[Banzai99]

I heard the Royal Thai Police were seeking the approval of ThaiVisa members before wrapping the case up.

[scotto]

I heard the Royal Thai Police were seeking the approval of ThaiVisa members before wrapping the case up.

Approved

[Nigel1500]

Great job by the Royal Thai Police.

Pity the skeptics on this forum who doubted the Russian tourists claims. Your minds are bent.

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UPDATE

Suspects in sexual assault/robbery of Russians presented

The Nation

PATTAYA: -- National Police chief Pol General Adul Saengsingkaew joined Russian Deputy Consul-General Alexey Budanov in a press conference yesterday to discuss the arrest of three men accused of raping, assaulting and robbing two Russian women at a reservoir in Bang Lamung in Chon Buri late on December 26.

The suspects - Wichian Jaija, 35, Thongchai Jandee, 20 and Anuwat Waton, 32 - were presented along with a Toyota Mighty X pickup truck allegedly used in the attack, a home-made gun and bullets, 50 keys and the clothing the suspects reportedly wore on the day of the attack. The evidence against them includes DNA found on the victims' clothing and blood from the victims reportedly found in the truck, police said.

Wichian has a prior conviction for attempted murder during an armed robbery, while Thongchai and Anuwat had priors in drug cases. Wichian apologised for the crime and the damage to the country's image.

The three were charged with robbery, rape, illegal detention, assault and illegal possession of a gun.

On behalf of the victims, Budanov thanked police for the speedy investigation and arrests, and hoped that police would protect tourists in future.

-- The Nation 2013-01-03

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Bangkok Press Conference announces arrest of three suspects in Russian case.

PATTAYA:--In a rearranged press conference, which was due to be held in Pattaya, but was rearranged to take place in Bangkok at the last minute, Police General Adul, the National Police Commissioner announced the arrest of three suspects in the case of the two Russian Tourists who were abducted, assaulted and robbed in Pattaya on 25th December.

The General was joined by Russian Embassy officials to announce the arrest of three men, Khun Wichien aged 35 who provided information to Police which led to the arrest of two further suspects Khun Tongchai aged 20 and Khun Anuwat aged 32. No mention was made of the boy aged under 18 who is the fourth suspect Police were looking for.

Full story:http://www.pattayaone.net/pattaya-news/69452/bangkok-press-conference-announces-arrest-suspects-russian-case/

-- Pattaya One 2013-01-03

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[fakename]

I hope these are the real culprits, and not just some unlucky thugs, that were grabbed for the media event. The DNA was done very quick also. I like the part of the guy feeling sorry for hurting the image of Thailand! Yeah, sure, thats the first thing criminals think about when they get caught.

I always knew that Thai's like music, but the speed in which Thai criminals start to sing on their fellow thugs is amazing! They are big guys, when they are out on the street, but when they get caught, hang their heads and cry, and probably even give up their mothers, to get a lighter sentence. After they get out, its Big Man again!

[Ohio]

WELL DONE

Just makes my Day to see Scum like this captured

[Rimmer]

Pattaya reconstruction of Russian Abduction Assault and Robbery case

PATTAYA:--Early on Thursday Morning the three suspects who have been arrested in connection with the Christmas Day abduction, assault and robbery of two Russian Tourists in South Pattaya took part in a reconstruction of events for evidential purposes.

Police Major General Katcha, the Chonburi Provincial Police Commander, oversaw the reconstruction which concentrated mostly on the location of the alleged sexual assault and robbery in the Huay Yai area, inside a disused security guard post.

Khun Tongchai aged 20 and Khun Wichien aged 35 who are both accused of conductingthe sexual assaults on the two Russians went through what they claimed had taken place using two Thai females as actors.

Full story:http://www.pattayaone.net/pattaya-news/69524/pattaya-reconstruction-russian-abduction-assault-robbery-case/

-- Pattaya One 2013-01-03

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[annabel]

Pattaya reconstruction of Russian Abduction Assault and Robbery case

PATTAYA:--Early on Thursday Morning the three suspects who have been arrested in connection with the Christmas Day abduction, assault and robbery of two Russian Tourists in South Pattaya took part in a reconstruction of events for evidential purposes.

Police Major General Katcha, the Chonburi Provincial Police Commander, oversaw the reconstruction which concentrated mostly on the location of the alleged sexual assault and robbery in the Huay Yai area, inside a disused security guard post.

Khun Tongchai aged 20 and Khun Wichien aged 35 who are both accused of conductingthe sexual assaults on the two Russians went through what they claimed had taken place using two Thai females as actors.

Full story:http://www.pattayaon...t-robbery-case/

-- Pattaya One 2013-01-03

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I just don't get all this re enactment bull shit that the media/ police always do ,,, it's all a big joke to me ...for sure If I were a criminal of any sort I certainly wouldn't first of all admit that I am the culprit nevermind participate in a re enactment as i would claim my innoncence till the end hoping for a Godfather type of lawyer to get me off the hook... this is Bollywood at the heights to me ...

[fakename]

Well, thats one way they solve the crimes here. You have two choices, admit to the crime, and get a lighter sentence, or dont admit, and get the harsher penalty. And probably there is no one to defend these people anyway, only the very rich, so they know that if they did it, this is their only chance, which in some cases is very slim. Probably with murder, you either get life, or death, take your pick, most take the life option, no matter how long it is. Actually, im not at all sure how this legal system works.

[Rimmer]

Russian Rape Suspects Prepared for Trial in Pattaya

PATTAYA:--Three of the four men accused in the abduction and assault of two Russian women on Christmas Day have been involved in a re-enactment of their crime under police supervision on Thursday.

Re enactments of crime is a standard police procedure in Thailand and afford the authorities the opportunity to cover the case in depth prior to trial. It also allows the accused to admit their crime and show exactly how it was carried out and for the victims to question the re enactment to make sure that all details are correct.

Using a local national to represent the Russian ladies, the Police took the man considered to be the ring leader back to the scene of the crime.

Full story:http://www.pattaya103.com/russian-rape-suspects-act-crime/

--Pattaya 103 FM 2013-01-04

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[JemJem]

Good work. Glad to see them taking action and catching filth like this and keeping them from roaming the street.

Next question what sentence will this filth receive?

Possibly, a sentence that won't seem satisfactory to most us here.

Correct me if I am wrong but I think that sentences given for rape are not harsh in Thailand.

Edited January 4, 2013 by JemJem

[arlissmichaels]

UPDATE

Suspects in sexual assault/robbery of Russians presented

The Nation

The suspects in these type of photo's always look like they are saying in their mind "we are totally fcuked"