
PATTAYA — The alleged ringleader of a violent assault against a Chinese businessman has surrendered to authorities in Chonburi after a four-month investigation. The suspect, along with his accomplices, maintains their innocence against all charges.
The case stems from a September 13, 2024 incident where a Chinese businessman named Chen, co-owner of a prominent Pattaya nightclub, was severely beaten. Pattaya Provincial Court had issued arrest warrants for “Bobby,” the alleged Chinese gang leader, and nine other suspects, including both Chinese and Thai nationals. The attackers had allegedly attempted to abduct the injured victim using an Alphard vehicle.
Law enforcement pressure intensified on January 23, 2025, when Region 2 Police raided Bobby’s luxury residence in Pattaya’s Khao Talo area. Only his wife was present at the time, claiming Bobby had left in his Porsche and was unreachable.
The investigation saw a breakthrough when five Thai members of Bobby’s alleged gang surrendered to police on January 29. Police Colonel Naphatphong Khositsuriyanon, Chief of Chonburi Immigration, continued coordinating with local police units to maintain pressure on the remaining suspects.

On January 30, Bobby arranged his surrender through his lawyer at the Pattaya Immigration Office. He was subsequently transferred to Pattaya City Police Station for legal proceedings.
The case reached its conclusion on January 31 when the remaining three Chinese suspects – Ms. Zhang, Mr. Feng, and Mr. Wang, all reportedly Bobby’s close associates – surrendered to Sa Kaeo Immigration authorities after allegedly fleeing to Cambodia. During questioning, all suspects, including Bobby, denied the charges against them.
The investigation continues as authorities work to build their case against the accused perpetrators of this violent assault that has highlighted concerns about criminal activity in Pattaya’s business community.
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