Police Arrest Man For Lingerie Theft Spree In Thalang
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Thalang for a lingerie and personal item theft spree after police recovered over 140 pieces of underwear, jewelry, and other valuables from his rental room and a department store.
On July 17, 2025, police officers from Thalang Police Station, led by Phuket Provincial Police Commander Pol. Lt. Gen. Sinlert Sukum and Deputy Commander Pol. Col. Aknithi Darnpitthakasat, arrested 29-year-old Theepakorn (nickname Jang) on theft charges. He was apprehended at a rental room in Tambon Thepkrasattri, Thalang District, Phuket, and at Robinson Department Store in Thalang.
During a search, officers discovered a large quantity of stolen property including a white Honda PCX motorcycle with red license plates, clothing used in the crimes, over 140 pieces of men's and women's underwear, jewelry, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, wallets, national ID cards, car keys, motorcycle keys, collectible coins, and other valuable items. Police believe the items may be connected to multiple theft cases in the area.
The suspect and all recovered items have been turned over to Thalang Police Station for legal proceedings. Investigators are expanding the investigation to identify owners of the seized property and to determine connections to other theft cases in the district. Case information and details of individuals linked to the crimes have been entered into the police database for further legal action.
