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In response to recent complaints from local businesses that The Pattaya News reported here, Pattaya authorities have successfully apprehended a group of foreign beggars, promising to restore peace and security to the community.
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On the morning of October 19th, 2024, Pol. Col. Nawin Thirawit, Superintendent of Pattaya City Police Station, and Pol. Lt. Col. Piyapong Ensan, Senior Inspector of Tourist Police Division 4, Sub-Division 2, Tourist Police Bureau 1, along with their officers, launched a coordinated operation. This move followed reports from an Arab restaurant owner who had shared a video clip showing a group of foreign beggars harassing tourists and behaving disrespectfully when asked to leave.
At 11:06 a.m., officers located two foreign individuals sleeping in an abandoned building in Soi VC Pattaya Tai in South Pattaya. An examination revealed that they had no identification documents. CCTV footage confirmed their involvement in the incidents reported the previous night. Authorities are actively searching for additional suspects captured on the victim’s CCTV.
Pol. Lt. Col. Piyapong Ensan emphasized that while the foreigners did not display mafia-like behavior, their actions caused significant discomfort and fear among locals and tourists. He assured the public that the police would urgently track down and prosecute those responsible, deporting them to their home countries to ensure public safety.
The arrested individuals are being detained at Pattaya City Police Station on charges of illegal entry and causing a public nuisance. Authorities are determined to take legal action and swiftly deport them to restore peace and happiness in Pattaya.
