Police

French National Arrested In Phuket On Interpol Red Notice

Thai police arrested a 29-year-old French national in Phuket on an Interpol Red Notice for kidnapping, hostage-taking, armed robbery, and extortion, with charges requested by Luxembourg authorities.

2 Jul The Phuket Express

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Phuket – Thai law enforcement officers have detained a 29‑year‑old French national wanted under an Interpol Red Notice issued at the request of Luxembourg authorities. His charges include kidnapping, hostage taking, armed robbery, extortion, and more. The arrest was carried out by the Crime Suppression Division Region 8 (CSD Region 8). The suspect, identified only […] French National Arrested in Phuket on Interpol Red Notice For Alleged Kidnapping, Hostage Taking, Armed Robbery, Extortion and more. -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

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