Police Arrest Two Pattaya Transgender Women for Stealing Indian Tourist’s Gold Necklace

In Pattaya, two transgender women were apprehended by Pattaya Tourist Police on suspicion of stealing a gold necklace from an Indian tourist, valued at over 60,000 baht, according to the victim.

The incident unfolded around 10:50 PM on May 9th, 2024, while a 50-year-old Indian tourist (identity withheld by authorities) was unwinding on Pattaya Beach. Approached by two transgender individuals under the guise of conversation, the tourist found himself suddenly embraced. Seizing the opportunity, the suspects swiftly snatched the gold necklace from the unsuspecting tourist and swiftly made their escape.

Upon realizing the disappearance of his prized possession, the Indian tourist promptly reported the incident to the Pattaya Police Station.

Responding to the report, Pattaya Tourist Police initiated an investigation, scouring CCTV footage to identify the culprits. With the aid of arrest warrants sanctioned by Pattaya Provincial Court, law enforcement officers diligently pursued the suspects, culminating in their apprehension on Wednesday night, May 15th, 2024.

The individuals in question were identified by authorities as Monlada (34) and Kotchaphaphak (41). Monlada was taken into custody at a residence in the Banglamung district, where authorities also seized a Yamaha Fino motorcycle believed to have been used in the commission of the crime. Meanwhile, Kotchaphaphak was apprehended at a condominium parking lot in Pattaya.

Both suspects were transported to the Pattaya Police Station to undergo further legal proceedings. At present, they have yet to provide a statement regarding the allegations against them.