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Western Tourist Caught on Camera Allegedly Stealing Marijuana in Pattaya

A Western tourist is accused of breaking into a ganja shop in Pattaya, stealing marijuana worth 10,000 baht, as captured on security footage.
A Western tourist has been captured on security camera allegedly breaking into a ganja shop in Pattaya, Thailand, and stealing marijuana worth 10,000 baht.

The incident occurred at approximately 11 am on Sunday, when the shop, Bud Box Pattaya, was closed.

The shop owner, Atipol Narerk, 35, reviewed the security footage and filed a complaint at Pattaya Police Station.

The footage shows the suspect, a regular patron of the shop, breaking the glass of the front door to gain entry.

Once inside, he grabbed hashish and walked out.

The suspect is described as a tall, large-built, white man.

The shop is located in the Tambon Nong Plue area of Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri.
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