Brazen Bag Snatching in Pattaya Leaves Russian Woman Shaken

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A 29-year-old Russian woman was targeted in a brazen bag snatching in the heart of Pattaya, with the perpetrator making off with cash and foreign currency. The victim, Smirnova CMNPHOBA, was left visibly shaken and distressed after the incident, which occurred while she was walking along the roadside to exchange currency. The stolen bag contained 100 US dollars in foreign currency and 1,100 baht (US$35) in cash, with a total estimated value of around 5,000 baht (US$155).

Key Takeaways:

  • The bag snatching occurred on July 29 in Soi Chaloem Phrakiat 14, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Pattaya.
  • The stolen bag contained 100 US dollars in foreign currency and 1,100 baht (US$35) in cash, with a total estimated value of around 5,000 baht (US$155).
  • The victim, Smirnova CMNPHOBA, was left visibly shaken and distressed after the incident, and was assisted by nearby locals who contacted the police.
  • Police Lieutenant Anirut Jehroh, Pattaya City Police Station, responded to the report and launched an investigation.
  • The police chief, Colonel Anek Srathongyu, immediately ordered a radio alert and set up roadblocks along potential escape routes.
  • A similar incident occurred on June 26, where a 26-year-old Russian journalist named David was robbed of a luxury watch valued at over 2 million baht (US$61,350).

Statistics:

  • The stolen bag contained 100 US dollars in foreign currency.
  • The stolen bag also contained 1,100 baht (US$35) in cash.
  • The total estimated value of the stolen goods is approximately 5,000 baht (US$155).
  • The victims of the two incidents are Russian nationals.
  • The suspect in the second incident, Anton Lokotkov, has been arrested and denies any involvement.

Sources:

  • "Brazen bag snatching in Pattaya leaves Russian woman shaken"
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