CHIANG MAI — 1 April 2026, Police in northern Thailand have arrested a 39-year-old man accused of a string of night-time burglaries targeting homes of foreign residents, with losses estimated at more than 50,000 baht.
The suspect, identified as Sitthi (surname withheld), from Inthakhin subdistrict in Mae Taeng district, was detained by officers from Phu Phing Ratchaniwet Police Station.
Police said items seized included about 50,000 baht in cash, foreign banknotes, a mobile phone, clothing allegedly worn during the offences and a motorcycle believed to have been used in the crimes.
He faces charges of night-time theft using a vehicle to facilitate the offence or evade arrest, a serious offence under Thai law.
Investigators said the suspect would scout potential targets during the day by riding a motorcycle, focusing mainly on houses or rental rooms occupied by foreigners. He would then return at night to break in and steal valuables.
Police said further investigation indicated the suspect had carried out similar offences across multiple areas before being tracked down and arrested by the Phu Phing Ratchaniwet investigative team.
The suspect has been handed over to investigators for legal proceedings.
