Patong, Thailand– A 62-year-old British man was attacked and robbed on Bangla Road in Patong on Friday, August 9th. The incident occurred near a bar, where the victim, identified only as Mr. Robert, sustained facial injuries and was found bleeding profusely.
According to the Patong Police, Mr. Robert reported that a young Thai man assaulted him and stole his gold bracelet, valued at 120,000 baht. The police were notified of the incident and arrived promptly at the scene.
CCTV footage from 8:15 A.M. shows Mr. Robert conversing with the suspect. Mr. Robert informed the police that he had told the man his wife would give the suspect additional money during the assault. The two continued talking, but the exact nature of their conversation remains unclear.
The footage then shows the Thai man attacking Mr. Robert, hitting and kicking him before snatching his bag. The Patong Police are actively searching for the suspect involved in this incident.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the suspect to come forward to assist in the investigation.
