webfact Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 120,000 Baht Gold Chain Snatch By Danny Boy Gold Chain Stolen From Chinese Tourist in Pattaya PATTAYA: -- At around 10:30pm on January 7th, police were called to investigate the theft of a 6 Baht gold chain, estimated to be worth around 120,000 Baht. At the scene, police found the victim of the theft, Mr. Sun Biao, aged 25, from China. He was accompanied by some of his friends and other Chinese tourists. Mr. Biao explained to police that they had all been out for a nice meal, and whilst walking home, had stopped off to buy some items. He had noticed a motorbike had been driving behind them, but thought nothing of it until the motorbike approached quickly and snatched his gold chain that he was wearing. The motorbike made a quick getaway and police were called immediately. Mr. Biao shoed police a photo of him wearing the chain as evidence, and went on to explain that he felt badly about the incident, not so much because of the value of the chain, but because it was given to him as a birthday gift 5 years ago and he had worn it every day since. Police are now looking at cctv images in an attempt to catch the thief and return the gold to Mr. Biao as soon as possible. The investigation continues. Source: http://pattayaone.news/en/120000-baht-gold-chain-snatch/ -- © Copyright Pattaya One 2017-01-09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhizBang Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 What sort of a brain dead person wears a 120,000 baht gold chain, in Pattaya, at night? Common sense would tell you that flashing an expensive gold chain is nothing but a magnet for thieves, especially in Pattaya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trogers Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 He thought the gold chain would only be a magnet for those sweet young girls...?? Such an ego... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisY1 Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 1 hour ago, WhizBang said: What sort of a brain dead person wears a 120,000 baht gold chain, in Pattaya, at night? Common sense would tell you that flashing an expensive gold chain is nothing but a magnet for thieves, especially in Pattaya. Obviously, this guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzi850m2 Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Expensive birthday gift and he wore it for 5 years so no such crimes in China it seems. A bit of research from him before going to fun town and this could have been avoided. A fat gold chain is just a too easy/tempting target for many here so he lay in the bad as he made it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotpoom Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 2 hours ago, WhizBang said: What sort of a brain dead person wears a 120,000 baht gold chain, in Pattaya, at night? Common sense would tell you that flashing an expensive gold chain is nothing but a magnet for thieves, especially in Pattaya. I myself wasn"t aware of that danger in Pattaya the first time I came to Thailand....... Untill it was pointed out to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGS1244 Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Me thinks more to this than meets the eye, insurance maybe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowboat Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 " He had noticed a motorbike had been driving behind them, but thought nothing of it " Next time he will take notice. All it takes is one time. Seen it happen to Thais too a number of times. Fake motorcycle taxi drivers snatch purses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko45k Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 2 hours ago, WhizBang said: What sort of a brain dead person wears a 120,000 baht gold chain, in Pattaya, at night? Common sense would tell you that flashing an expensive gold chain is nothing but a magnet for thieves, especially in Pattaya. I would have thought it to be a magnet to thieves anywhere. It really is about time that the Chinese tourists were warned about the risks in town.... I don't think I own anything more valuable than that chain apart from the house! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven100 Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Police are now looking at cctv in an attempt to catch the thief. Good luck with that one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phanu Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 120.000 THB... It's just 3.000 € ! I have many friends who have real jewelry, much more expensive than this !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klauskunkel Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 The tourist received a new t-shirt from the BiB: "Gold Chain Begets Snatch" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaiyen Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 I had a cheap chain nicked in Bangkok. Ladyboy walks up, gives you a vice grip cuddle and before you can say F O. and hit him another one nicks the chain. Took a while to realise it was gone. Now I dont even take my wedding ring to Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captspectre Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 2 hours ago, WhizBang said: What sort of a brain dead person wears a 120,000 baht gold chain, in Pattaya, at night? Common sense would tell you that flashing an expensive gold chain is nothing but a magnet for thieves, especially in Pattaya. a CHINESE Tourist! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emster23 Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Perhaps I am a bit skeptical about this.... hmm fairly worn tee shirt, not particularly hiso haircut. And why might he have a photo such as he showed.... insurance purposes? I could, however, see going into a gold shop, trying one on and asking "Can I take a photo?". Maybe I've been here too long, but something seems nam pla about this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robblok Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 1 hour ago, guzzi850m2 said: Expensive birthday gift and he wore it for 5 years so no such crimes in China it seems. A bit of research from him before going to fun town and this could have been avoided. A fat gold chain is just a too easy/tempting target for many here so he lay in the bad as he made it. I also have a nice gold chain i got 26 years ago for a birthday have always worn it too. Not as fat as this one and made from 18K gold (so a bit more sturdy). Nothing wrong with wearing something like this never had any problems. Though I don't spend that much time in Pattaya but no problems in BKK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebell Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Fear not Pattaya police are on the case. Judging by the amount of gold worn in the police station, they will have a good idea of who the culprit is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dario Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 30 minutes ago, phanu said: 120.000 THB... It's just 3.000 € ! I have many friends who have real jewelry, much more expensive than this !!! What's your point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFarAndNear Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 He just did one BIG mistake. He did go to Pattaya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anfh Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Is there some sort of law in Pattaya that says " always keep your expensive jewlery in plain site whilst out in suspect areas" as I appear to have missed this !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextStationBangkok Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Normally these thugs makes out small chains or bag with money from ladies. Big catch indeed. Except if they found some camera evidence in front of 7-11's, if embassy insists to save face. Police never catch, mostly they give stickers to continue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 40 minutes ago, Emster23 said: Perhaps I am a bit skeptical about this.... hmm fairly worn tee shirt, not particularly hiso haircut. And why might he have a photo such as he showed.... insurance purposes? I could, however, see going into a gold shop, trying one on and asking "Can I take a photo?". Maybe I've been here too long, but something seems nam pla about this LMFAO! You are clearly a gifted fashionista that you can ID the socioeconomic status of Chinese men by their hair style, but I am afraid that you may have somehow missed the whole fashion trend of intentionally worn-looking prints that has become ubiquitous in clothing design for 20+ years??? Sorry to shatter your world, but that shirt looks pretty new to me. That said, I never understood the whole concept of wearing expensive jewelry. Unless you are patronizing the arts or attending a formal social gala, it just looks tacky and pretentious. Plus it makes you a clear target. If you don't feel comfortable flashing a fat wad of cash, why would you feel OK showing off expensive jewelry? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKr Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 It seems on the photo he is wearing the same T., coincidently. 3 troy ounce, the kind of jewellery some people wear as spare cash in case they have to disappear quickly, or just to show off. Such thick chain would have similarly thick sturdy lock. How to snatch that without causing a wound or bruising? If there were, surely there would be a selfie showing a blue or red spot on the neck published on the net ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Deerhunter Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 3 hours ago, WhizBang said: What sort of a brain dead person wears a 120,000 baht gold chain, in Pattaya, at night? Common sense would tell you that flashing an expensive gold chain is nothing but a magnet for thieves, especially in Pattaya. Someone with what he hopes is a good insurance policy and wanted a free trip to Pattaya? (Sorry to be a cynic but insurance fraud is (MUCH) more common tan you may think.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Deerhunter Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 42 minutes ago, Emster23 said: Perhaps I am a bit skeptical about this.... hmm fairly worn tee shirt, not particularly hiso haircut. And why might he have a photo such as he showed.... insurance purposes? I could, however, see going into a gold shop, trying one on and asking "Can I take a photo?". Maybe I've been here too long, but something seems nam pla about this Well possible!!! But an invoice is usually needed along with the picture. That can be arranged too....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 If you walked down the street with 120,000B in your hand, people would say you are out of your mind. But they do essentially the same with jewellry. Displaying wealth in this way just shows bad character anyway. No one is ever impressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicowoodduck Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Just another typical day in the Town That Never Sleeps...??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biplanebluey Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 I'm still trying to work out how a 6baht chain can be worth 12000 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!(OP) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grubster Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 3 hours ago, WhizBang said: What sort of a brain dead person wears a 120,000 baht gold chain, in Pattaya, at night? Common sense would tell you that flashing an expensive gold chain is nothing but a magnet for thieves, especially in Pattaya. I agree, but I'm also guessing the Chinese may not be aware of the crime in Thailand tourist areas until learning first hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinginKata Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Years ago my wife asked me not to wear my 2 baht gold chain for fear that I would be attacked. Now my chain lives in my safe .... sad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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