PHAN THONG, Chonburi – A theft occurred at a nearly completed house in Moo 4 during a stormy, rainy night. Despite the severe weather, perpetrators broke in, severed electrical cables, and made off with two angle grinders. The owner had left the construction site unguarded, mistakenly believing the rain would offer protection.
Kabel durchtrennt und Werkzeug weg
On June 12, 2026, Mr. Tom (48) alerted the Phan Thong police station. The previous night, unknown suspects had entered the single-story building. The thieves had cut several installed electrical lines and stolen two angle grinders. The estimated total financial damage is approximately 30,000 Baht.
Eigentümer vertraute auf das Unwetter
Mr. Tom told officers that it had been raining heavily all night. He was convinced that the bad weather would deter intruders and therefore did not guard the construction site. The 48-year-old suspects the perpetrators are local. They noticed the house was unoccupied and immediately seized the opportunity during the rainy night.
Polizei sichert Spuren und sichtet Videomaterial
Following the emergency call, police officers arrived and discovered the severed cables in the nearly finished building. Forensics were immediately initiated. As part of the ongoing investigation, officers are now reviewing surveillance camera footage from the surrounding area and interviewing potential witnesses. As yet, there are no concrete leads on the perpetrators.
30.000 Baht Schaden und eine dringende Bitte
The loss of two angle grinders and the destroyed cables amount to about 30,000 Baht. For the owner, this is a severe setback shortly before completion. Mr. Tom urged the police to quickly find and apprehend those responsible. He hopes the perpetrators have not gotten too far from the construction site.
Polizei hofft auf Zeugen
The investigation by the Phan Thong Police is now focused on analyzing video material and witness statements. Until a solid lead is found, the burglary remains a mystery. The police are securing evidence and carefully reviewing all clues to identify and hold the perpetrators accountable.