Honest Citizen Receives Found Cash After One Year Unclaimed
A Chiang Mai man received 8,987 baht after reporting found cash to tourist police a year ago, with no owner claiming it within the legal waiting period.
On July 8, 2025, at 3 p.m., tourist police officials handed over 8,987 baht to Thassakcorn, a law-abiding citizen from San Pa Pao subdistrict, San Sai district, Chiang Mai, after the one-year legal waiting period expired with no claimant coming forward.
Thassakcorn had found the cash at Kad Maprao market on June 16, 2024, along with documentation bearing the name Ms. Annabell, a German tourist. He immediately reported the discovery to tourist police, who launched efforts to locate and contact the owner.
Despite extensive attempts to track down the tourist over the past year, no one claimed the money or came forward as the rightful owner. Following Thai Civil and Commercial Code Article 1325, which establishes the rights of finders to unclaimed property, police invited Thassakcorn to verify the documents and cash amount. All items were confirmed to be intact and complete. Police then transferred full ownership of the funds to Thassakcorn for him to claim under applicable law.
Tourist police commended Thassakcorn's honesty and integrity in reporting the found money from the very first day. His actions exemplify the highest standards of conduct and create a positive impression for Thai tourism.
