LALes Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 I've been pickpocketed TWICE before by ladyboy/skank girl teams and now I know that they are super slick. When a ladyboy and 2 girls got on my baht bus in Jomtien, the lady boy wedged in next to me with the other two sitting across from me. I was on high alert immediately. The ladyboy was carrying a few grocery bags and had his right arm (the one closest to me) across his chest securing his bags. I figured as long as I could see his arm, I was OK. After we were riding for a few minutes, I saw his arm disappear into his shirt or somewhere. All I know is that I couldn't see it so I instinctively started feeling around in the pockets of my cargo shorts. My phone is in the top pocket and it was there. Next, I reached down to the small, lower pocket where I keep my card wallet. I couldn't feel it. I opened the pocket and nothing was in there!!! It was that quick and that slick. I stood up in the baht bus and looked right at him saying, "Where's my wallet?" Of course, they feigned ignorance. I looked down and there was my wallet on the bench right next to him. I must have caught him right when he lifted it and he just dropped it. No way my wallet falls out of the lower pocket onto the bench!!! But I didn't catch him in the act so I couldn't really do anything. It wasn't on his person. Meanwhile, they are returning my glares as if I am accusing innocents. When I got off soon after, they got off and crossed the street, looking to hop on a bus going in the opposite direction. I have seen this a few times in the last few weeks. A group of gnarly looking Thais get off a baht bus, cross the street and get on another bus. They don't even pay. (are the drivers in on it?) I have seen them then cross the street again and get on another bus in the same direction that they were originally going. So obvious they are looking for a mark. Keep your guard up on the baht busses!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko45k Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 I too noticed they didn't seem to have to pay the driver and got glared and even somewhat abused when I interrupted their attempt at another passenger. Yell 'kamoy' at them! Damned thieving sods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catman20 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 wearing those cargo shorts, your asking for trouble put your wallet, phone and other valuables in another pocket or change the style of shorts you wear. i never wear those type of shorts for that reason and never had any problems with pickpockets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adhd Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 next time take a taxi ? use your leggs ? buy a cheap bike and a more expensive bike lock ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheapcanuck Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 56 minutes ago, catman20 said: wearing those cargo shorts, your asking for trouble put your wallet, phone and other valuables in another pocket or change the style of shorts you wear. i never wear those type of shorts for that reason and never had any problems with pickpockets. Cargo shorts are fine if you get the right kind. Ones with at least one zippered pocket will do the trick. Thieves tend to go to easyer marks...ones without zippered/buttoned pockets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emster23 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 I simply keep my hand over pocket that has wallet, passport, etc. If they can get it from me while I'm doing this without me being aware, I reckon they earned it. These gangs do seem to be in cahoots with some drivers for sure.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMHERE Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 16 minutes ago, adhd said: next time take a taxi ? use your leggs ? buy a cheap bike and a more expensive bike lock ? I'm not sure what means "use your leggs" . You mean shake them or cross them a lot ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biplanebluey Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 I havn't got any leggs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryford Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 I was robbed on a baht bus. I thought it would never happen to me but they are very clever at it. One tactic they use is to distract you while the one seated next to you steals you money. Be VERY suspicious if anyone sits next to you with a large bag on their lap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masuk Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 It's not only Thailand. Our holiday neighbours in Bali packed and headed off for their flight back to Oz. An hour later they were back in the cottage, frantically searching for their passports. They'd taken a mini-bus (song taew) and a fight broke out between two locals. You can guess the rest. ALL passports lifted - 3 kids, one UK guy and his Aussie wife. They returned to their cottage, and it was a week before they all had temporary Oz and UK permits to enter Australia. There are some miserable so and sos robbing passengers, and losing a wallet, credit cards etc can ruin a holiday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgenon Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 2 came towards me on the sidewalk and bumped into me. I put my hands on the top front pockets and caught her hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamypoko Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawker9000 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 38 minutes ago, mamypoko said: Well done! Yeap. Good on ya'. The Thai ladyboy scourge gets more negative world attention by the day. Hopefully the embarrassment and ridicule will eventually drive the authorities to clean them out. (But I'm not holding my breath.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bark Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 My wallet is covered in razor-blades. When they put their hand in my pocket they get a two inch cut; and bleed like a pig. I travel all day on the buses, so that this gang will try to steal. One day I came home and found a finger in my pocket from one of the attempted pick pockets. Well maybe it was a piece of my half eaten hot dog from lunch ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandgroper2 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 When one sitting next to you puts its big bag on your lap, be ready. Had it tried on me and on my son months later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepinthailand Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) 4 hours ago, catman20 said: wearing those cargo shorts, your asking for trouble put your wallet, phone and other valuables in another pocket or change the style of shorts you wear. i never wear those type of shorts for that reason and never had any problems with pickpockets. So we all go round looking g like you just in case someone try to pickpocket us. I have worn and will continue to wear gargo shorts with multiple pockets for years never ever have I been pick pocketed. There again I never use a baht bus in pattaya. Maybe that's a thought change your mode of transport. Edited August 29, 2016 by Deepinthailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 4 hours ago, catman20 said: wearing those cargo shorts, your asking for trouble put your wallet, phone and other valuables in another pocket or change the style of shorts you wear. i never wear those type of shorts for that reason and never had any problems with pickpockets. I never wear shorts, they are so unsightly, and I have never been pickpocketed. Pity help anyone I catch even trying it, if there is only two or three, I will take my chances, there is no way these type will be able to fight, yes I know, watch for weapons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepinthailand Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 1 minute ago, possum1931 said: I never wear shorts, they are so unsightly, and I have never been pickpocketed. Pity help anyone I catch even trying it, if there is only two or three, I will take my chances, there is no way these type will be able to fight, yes I know, watch for weapons. These type!!!! Won't be able to fight ok if that's what you belive good look. Ps shorts are not unsightly it's just your take on it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 3 hours ago, cheapcanuck said: Cargo shorts are fine if you get the right kind. Ones with at least one zippered pocket will do the trick. Thieves tend to go to easyer marks...ones without zippered/buttoned pockets. My trousers all have zipped pockets, that's four of them, got one pair for every day of the week. 1 minute ago, Deepinthailand said: These type!!!! Won't be able to fight ok if that's what you belive good look. Ps shorts are not unsightly it's just your take on it I get what you are saying, but as I said, I will take my chances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 3 hours ago, biplanebluey said: I havn't got any leggs What about in the midddle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaibeachlovers Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 3 hours ago, Henryford said: I was robbed on a baht bus. I thought it would never happen to me but they are very clever at it. One tactic they use is to distract you while the one seated next to you steals you money. Be VERY suspicious if anyone sits next to you with a large bag on their lap. The only answer is to assume that you might be targeted and act accordingly. My passport only goes with me in a money belt as does the majority of my money and bank book etc. They are experts in distraction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 6 minutes ago, Deepinthailand said: These type!!!! Won't be able to fight ok if that's what you belive good look. Ps shorts are not unsightly it's just your take on it They are Thais are they not? Fighting is not in their vocabulary unless there are five or six of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaibeachlovers Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 10 minutes ago, possum1931 said: I never wear shorts, they are so unsightly, and I have never been pickpocketed. Pity help anyone I catch even trying it, if there is only two or three, I will take my chances, there is no way these type will be able to fight, yes I know, watch for weapons. LOL. Pick a fight with one of them and it won't be just the one fighting you. I've seen it happen. Also, if the driver is in on it do you think he will stay in the cab? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landslide Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 When I buy new shorts, my wife sews a zippered pocket inside the waistband of each pair. I keep any cards and major cash there, only keeping $B500 or less in the acessible pockets. I also never take my wallet anywhere while in country. I do take a laminated photocopy of my passport and visa page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 39 minutes ago, bark said: My wallet is covered in razor-blades. When they put their hand in my pocket they get a two inch cut; and bleed like a pig. I travel all day on the buses, so that this gang will try to steal. One day I came home and found a finger in my pocket from one of the attempted pick pockets. Well maybe it was a piece of my half eaten hot dog from lunch ! I use fishing hooks, they are more effective than razorblades, they are very hard to pull out of fingers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 2 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said: LOL. Pick a fight with one of them and it won't be just the one fighting you. I've seen it happen. Also, if the driver is in on it do you think he will stay in the cab? Yes, unless he has a weapon. You get nothing in this life if you are not prepared to take any risks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegman Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 39 minutes ago, Deepinthailand said: These type!!!! Won't be able to fight ok if that's what you belive good look. Ps shorts are not unsightly it's just your take on it No, it's just his spindly legs in them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegman Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 24 minutes ago, possum1931 said: Yes, unless he has a weapon. You get nothing in this life if you are not prepared to take any risks. IF? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mansell Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 59 minutes ago, possum1931 said: My trousers all have zipped pockets, that's four of them, got one pair for every day of the week. Some of them know this ploy, so they carry a very sharp cut throat razor and slice the pocket to remove contents. This is quite common in the Black Market in UlaanBaator in Mongolia. A doctor friend was robbed this way, but they also sliced his leg open......obviously an amateur. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toofarnorth Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 1 hour ago, possum1931 said: What about in the midddle That's my middle stump . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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