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Gold Shop Robbery in Pattani Prompts Security Alert
A lone suspect robbed a gold shop in Pattani using a metal bar, triggering a regional security response across the Yala-Pattani border.
On the afternoon of August 31, 2026, a robbery occurred at a gold shop in Na Pradu, Khok Pho District, Pattani Province. According to Khaosod Online, a lone male suspect wearing a black long-sleeved shirt and a blue helmet arrived on an unregistered Yamaha Grand Filano motorcycle. The individual used a black metal bar to threaten staff and successfully stole a gold ring weighing approximately one baht before fleeing the scene.
The incident was captured clearly by the shop's CCTV system, which recorded the suspect's appearance and the vehicle used. Following the report, local police from Na Pradu Station initiated an investigation and coordinated with neighboring stations to set up roadblocks along suspected escape routes.
For residents and travelers in the area, this event has led to heightened security measures. Authorities in Yala Province have increased vigilance, specifically ordering checkpoints near the border of Lam Mai (Yala City) and Na Pradu (Khok Pho) to inspect vehicles and individuals matching the suspect's description. While the investigation is ongoing, the exact whereabouts of the suspect remain unconfirmed. Travelers in the southern border provinces are advised to remain aware of their surroundings and follow instructions from local security personnel at checkpoints.