Man Arrested for Sexual Assault on 70-Year-Old Woman, Claims Loss of Control
A 54-year-old man has been arrested in Trang Province for sexually assaulting a 70-year-old woman in March after posing as a used goods buyer and gaining entry to her home.
A 54-year-old man, known as Ruen or Mai (surname withheld), has been arrested for the sexual assault of a 70-year-old woman in Huai Yot District, Trang Province. Police executed arrest warrant No. 186/2569 issued on April 16, 2025, charging him with rape and indecent assault against a vulnerable person using force.
The assault occurred in March when the suspect knocked on the victim's door posing as a used goods buyer. After gaining her trust through conversation, he requested to use the bathroom. Once inside and realizing the victim was alone, he sexually assaulted her before fleeing.
The victim's family later reported the incident to Huai Yot Police Station. Following investigation, police identified the suspect and obtained a court arrest warrant. The suspect was found hiding in the area and apprehended on May 12.
During interrogation, the suspect confessed, claiming he lost control after seeing the elderly victim alone at home. He has been transferred to Huai Yot Police Station for further legal proceedings.
