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Thai woman admits to Chinese man’s credit card theft in Pattaya
At some point in the film, it was the turn of a Thai woman to confess, saying that she was the one who stole the credit cards of a Chinese man before she decided to deny the theft. The thief went further to call the foreigner to be the rapist of the Thai woman at his bbq restaurant in Pattaya.
The complainant, Dihui Wu, a 33 year old from China, complained to the Bang Lamung Police Station personnel saying that a Thai lady, Darinrat, aged 31, who is later identified, stolen his mobile phone and used it to spend 32,815 Thai baht worth of gold in a shop.
Darinrat eventually admitted this and she said that she was told to visit a gold shop and take out 30,000 baht cash for Dihuy. Besides, she insisted she had handed the money to him and it is all true.
These were followed by accusations of the act of attempted rape in the man’s BBQ restaurant in Pattaya when Darinrat and Dihui were having some good time together. She claimed that it was through has only met Dihui on a dating site and, however they were not romantics and only caught up as friends.
Dihui vehemently denied the accusation, asserting that he was unaware of any money withdrawal and adamantly refuting the claim of attempted rape. He emphasized that Darinrat bore no resemblance to her dating app profile picture and clarified that he harbored no romantic interest in her, let alone a desire for intimacy.
Following a period of mutual blame, Darinrat ultimately admitted to the theft of the Chinese man’s credit cards for the purpose of withdrawing money from the gold shop. She publicly apologized for the turmoil and confusion she caused.
Darinrat faces potential imprisonment of up to five years, a fine of up to 100,000 baht, or both, for violating Section 269/5 of the Criminal Law, which pertains to the unauthorized use of another person’s credit card in a manner detrimental to the cardholder or the public.
In a parting message to Dihui, Darinrat remarked on his disparity with his dating profile image, noting his lack of hair compared to the depicted appearance. Nevertheless, she asserted her indifference to this difference, maintaining that she viewed him solely as a friend.
Denial and Accusations in Thai-Chinese Conflict
A Thai woman has refuted allegations of credit card theft from a Chinese man, counterclaiming that he attempted to sexually assault her at his BBQ establishment in Pattaya.
Dihui Wu Dihui, a 33-year-old Chinese national, lodged a report at Bang Lamung Police Station in Pattaya on March 13, alleging that a Thai woman he met on a dating app stole his credit cards, which were then used for a 32,815 baht transaction at a gold shop.
Additionally, the news outlet Esor News accused the woman of engaging in romance scams, alleging that she manipulated several men via dating apps, frequently changing her profiles to evade detection.
The accused woman, however, vehemently denied the allegations, asserting her innocence and claiming that Dihui attempted to sexually assault her on the same day as the incident.
During a press briefing on March 21, the woman disclosed that she initially met Dihui on a dating app and continued communication via WeChat, maintaining that they were merely friends without any romantic involvement.
She elaborated on her use of dating apps as a means to combat depression and social isolation, as she primarily operated an online bakery, limiting her interactions outside of her residence.
According to the woman’s account, Dihui invited her to his Pattaya BBQ restaurant on March 13, where she agreed to meet, perceiving no signs of suspicious or aggressive behavior.
Clarifying the events, the woman stated that Dihui requested her to withdraw 30,000 baht from his credit cards, guiding her to make withdrawals of 10,000 baht each at a gold shop, purportedly to purchase gold accessories that would later be resold for cash.
Upon complying with his instructions and returning to the restaurant, the woman alleged that Dihui made unwanted sexual advances, which she rebuffed. She claimed that Dihui attempted to force himself upon her multiple times, prompting her to seek refuge in the bustling streets of Bangkok after managing to escape his grasp.
Meanwhile, Dihui refuted the claims of sexual assault and expressed dissatisfaction over the disparity between the woman’s appearance and her dating profile. He reiterated the accusation of credit card theft against her.
Although police authorities confirmed ongoing investigations into the matter, further details were withheld pending conclusive findings.
Thai Woman’s Elusive Gold Heist
A Thai woman is currently evading authorities after absconding with credit cards belonging to a Chinese man, using them to procure two gold necklaces valued at approximately 33,000 baht from a Pattaya gold shop.
The 33-year-old Chinese national, Dihui Wu Dihui, reported the incident to Bang Lamung Police Station, recounting that the woman, whom he had met on a dating application during his stay in Bangkok, pilfered his credit cards while he was asleep.
Dihui recounted waking up on March 13 to discover the woman’s disappearance from their shared accommodation in a Soi Khao Talo hotel in Pattaya. Subsequently, he received notifications from his banks regarding the unauthorized use of his credit cards for the purchase of gold necklaces.
Thai police officer Sornsuphan Audthonsri-anan initially faced difficulty understanding Dihui’s complaint due to linguistic barriers. However, efforts were made to arrange a subsequent meeting with a Chinese interpreter, which Dihui failed to attend as scheduled.
“Esor New reports the Thai woman, still at large, runs romance scams on dating apps, changing profiles to trap victims.”
Speculation arose regarding the complicity of the gold shop in the transaction, given discrepancies in the woman’s signatures and cardholder information. However, the gold shop owner declined media interviews, revealing minimal details except for the woman’s utilization of multiple credit cards until reaching their respective limits.
As the investigation continues, authorities are yet to divulge further steps in the pursuit of justice in this peculiar gold heist saga.
Due to heavy rain, a pickup truck returning from Chiang Mai skidded off the road and crashed into a tree in Thoen, Lampang.
Despite the efforts of rescue teams, a 50-year-old woman tragically lost her life.
The accident was reported to Thoen Police Station in Lampang at 6:50 PM yesterday, July 30.
The incident occurred on Phahonyothin Road, between kilometer markers 632 and 633, near the Mae Thot intersection in Thoen district.
Rescue units from Mae Thot, Lampang, Thoen, and Ombun Thoen were promptly dispatched to the scene.
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Upon arrival, responders discovered a white, four-door Mazda pickup truck with a Surin registration overturned and severely damaged from colliding with a large roadside tree. Inside the vehicle, four injured individuals were trapped.
Rescue teams quickly extracted three injured and provided initial medical assistance before transferring them to a hospital.
However, a 50-year-old woman from the Na Pang subdistrict, Phu Phiang district, Nan province, who was seated in the back, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to them before she could be freed from the wreckage.
Initial investigations revealed that the group had traveled from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Pathom.
The accident occurred on a curved section of the road, worsened by wet and slippery conditions from the rain.
The vehicle lost control and crashed violently into the tree.
After extracting and treating the injured, the deceased’s body was transported to the hospital for further examination.
Police have launched a formal investigation into the accident. They are gathering evidence and statements from the injured to understand the exact circumstances leading to the crash.
The results of the investigation will guide necessary legal proceedings, reported KhaoSod.
Authorities advised.
“We urge all drivers to exercise extreme caution, especially in bad weather and on curved roads.”
Police apprehended a member of a violent debt collection gang linked to the assault of a 73-year-old woman following a tip-off. He was caught while attempting to flee from a motel on the outskirts of Bangkok.
High-ranking police officials, including Thiti Sangsawang, Noppasin Poolsawat, and Thiradech Thamsuthee, along with a team of investigators, successfully arrested Kritchit, also known as 33-year-old Chit Thasala, from Nakhon Si Thammarat Province today, July 30.
He is one of the three members of the gang responsible for violent debt collection activities, including physical assault, intimidation, kicking doors, cutting off electricity, and locking debtors inside their homes.
The Min Buri Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Kritchit on July 23 for operating an unauthorized personal loan business, charging excessive interest, and threatening debt collection practices.
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He was apprehended at a hotel in the Saphan Sung district as he tried to escape in his car. During interrogation, Kritchit denied all charges, stating he had only completed Grade 9 and initially worked as a fruit farmer in Phuket’s Thalang District. In 2022, he sold his orchard land and used the proceeds to start a money-lending business.
He collaborated with two other suspects, Ta and Khet, who are still at large, to lend money in the Min Buri, Ram Inthra, Rom Klao, and On Nut areas.
They charged an interest rate of 20% daily, with borrowers typically taking out 5,000 to 6,000 baht loans. Kritchit claimed that Ta and Khet were responsible for using violence against the debtors on the day of the incident.
“I only worked with Ta and Khet to lend money. They were the ones who used violence.”
However, police remain skeptical of his testimony. Investigations revealed that Kritchit is romantically involved with the younger sister of Kenwit, another gang member who was previously arrested for assaulting the older woman.
Kenwit’s gang had attacked the 73-year-old in the Chokchai area. After receiving a tip-off, Kritchit fled to the hotel, where he was captured.
Police have transferred Kritchit to the Min Buri Police Station for further legal proceedings. His capture is a significant breakthrough in the ongoing crackdown against violent debt collection gangs operating in Bangkok and nearby areas.
As one of the lead investigators remarked, we are committed to cracking down on these illegal activities and ensuring the safety of our citizens.
Kritchit’s case will proceed through the legal system, and police are continuing their search for the remaining gang members, Ta and Khet. The investigation remains ongoing, with police hopeful that further arrests will follow, dismantling the entire network of violent debt collectors, reported Khaosod.
A Thai grilled squid vendor turned himself in and expressed remorse after allegedly striking a Pattaya city official who requested him to move his sidecar motorcycle from obstructing traffic.
The vendor, however, denied the physical assault, citing stress from poor sales as the trigger for the incident. He claimed their encounter was limited to a verbal disagreement and a shirt tug.
Pattaya police yesterday, July 29, invited Siwachett Nakham, a 42-year-old former temporary employee at the government’s Public Works Department and a current grilled squid vendor, to meet with an investigator to address the dispute.
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The altercation involved Siwachett and a 40-year-old Pattaya city official, Udon Woranam, who had requested Siwachett to move his vehicle, blocking traffic near Jomtien Beach in front of the Dongtan Police Box. Siwachett was accused of punching Udon after the latter politely asked him to move his motorcycle. Siwachett, who acknowledged being the person in the video, denied the physical assault, maintaining that he only had a verbal confrontation with Udon and tugged his shirt.
He cited stress from poor sales and financial burdens as the reasons behind his behavior.
“I did not intend to harm Mr Udon because I had worked with the Public Works Department before, so I knew hitting an official was a bad idea.”
Siwachett apologized for his actions, and Udon said he did not wish to pursue the matter further. Despite this, Pattaya City insisted on taking legal action against the vendor to set a precedent and deter similar future incidents.
Selling goods
Additionally, Udon advised other vendors to remain calm, control their emotions, and adhere to the designated areas for selling their goods according to the law.
Following resolving this dispute, traffic police officers from Pattaya Police Station raided vendors illegally selling goods on public sidewalks and roads around Pattaya. This operation was in response to tourists’ complaints about obstructions and hazards caused by unorganized vendors.
When authorities arrived near Pattaya Police Station’s Dong Tan substation, they encountered heavy traffic congestion caused by street vendors parking on the road. Some vendors attempted to evade arrest by speeding through the officers’ blockade, putting the safety of officers and nearby individuals at risk.
Thai police managed to apprehend 12 vendors, who will now face legal proceedings for violating traffic and cleanliness laws. The police also announced plans to increase daily inspections in collaboration with municipal officials to restore public spaces for residents and tourists, reported the Pattaya News.
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