Police

Police Arrest Suspect in Washing Machine Theft Ring

Chalong police arrested a suspect wanted for breaking into coin-operated washing machines after weeks of evading authorities under a court warrant. Officers recovered a motorcycle and other items during the capture.

23 Jul The Phuket Express

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Chalong – The Chalong Police have successfully apprehended a suspect wanted for breaking into coin-operated washing machines, following weeks of evading capture under a court-issued warrant. The Chalong Police told the Phuket Express. They tracked down the suspect, identified as Mr. Dick (surname withheld), who had previously fled an attempted arrest. Officers seized the motorcycle […] Suspect Arrested for Coin-Operated Washing Machine Theft in Chalong -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Phuket Express - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.

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