A tourist was allegedly pickpocketed at a Songkran water splashing occasion in Pattaya. The tourist, 25 12 months previous Chinnawut Lahoong from Bangkok, advised police that his wallet was stolen during a splashing event on Pattaya’s Walking Street.
Chinnawut informed Pattaya City Law Enforcement concerning the incident last night time. He mentioned that he stopped to purchase a water gun whereas at the splashing event but when he went to pay for the merchandise he discovered that his pockets was lacking. The wallet contained three,000 baht in cash, as properly as varied ATM playing cards, Chinnawut stated.
Chinnawut filed a report with Pattaya City Police, who are currently reviewing CCTV footage to identify any suspects, The Pattaya News reported.
Following the incident, Pattaya City Police issued a warning to tourists to be extra cautious with their belongings through the competition. Pickpocketing is a common downside throughout main Songkran occasions. Greatest which may be loosely hung around the waist or sticking out of a pocket.
To forestall pickpocketing, Pattaya Police suggest that vacationers put on waterproof bags round their necks with a firm strap and carry them inside their clothing, somewhat than on the skin. They also counsel not displaying any valuables or expensive jewellery.
Songkran isn’t the only time of year for pickpocketing in Pattaya. The city’s pickpocketing and theft problems were highlighted in a number of reviews last yr..