Two Individuals Arrested in Pattaya for Theft of Luxury Watch
Pattaya police have arrested two individuals in connection with the theft of a Patek Philippe watch valued at 4 million yuan from a hotel room.
On November 8, 2026, Pattaya City Police apprehended two individuals, aged 30 and 24, following an investigation into the theft of a high-value Patek Philippe watch. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the suspects were taken into custody after a Chinese tourist filed a formal complaint on November 7, alleging that the luxury timepiece, valued at approximately 4 million yuan, had been stolen from their hotel room. Police Colonel Anek Srathongyu, Superintendent of Pattaya City Police, confirmed that the suspects are currently facing charges related to the possession of stolen property. The investigation was conducted by the Pattaya City Police investigative unit. For travelers and residents, this incident highlights the importance of utilizing hotel safes and maintaining vigilance regarding high-value personal belongings while staying in tourist areas. As the legal process is ongoing, authorities have not yet released further details regarding the recovery of the item or the specific circumstances leading to the suspects' identification. The case remains under active investigation by local law enforcement to determine the full extent of the alleged crime.
