Suspect Escapes Police Custody Outside Pattaya Court
A 42-year-old theft suspect escaped police custody while being transported to the Pattaya Provincial Court on October 19, 2026.
On October 19, 2026, a 42-year-old man identified as Patcharapol escaped from police custody while being transported to the Pattaya Provincial Court. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the suspect had been arrested the previous day after a local coffee shop owner in Pattaya recognized him as the individual who had burglarized her business two months prior, causing approximately 40,000 baht in damages. The shop owner had lured the suspect into a conversation over beer before alerting Pattaya City Police to make the arrest.
Following his arrest, police discovered that the suspect had an extensive criminal history, including an outstanding warrant for theft. During the transfer to the court for his initial remand hearing at approximately 11:30 a.m., the suspect managed to jump from the police transport vehicle. He reportedly scaled a wall behind the Pattaya Provincial Court and fled into a nearby residential area. Authorities state that the suspect subsequently stole clothing and a bicycle to facilitate his escape. Over 20 police officers were deployed to search the area. As of the latest reports, the suspect remains at large. Residents and visitors in the Pattaya area are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
