Hey Bro! You wanna be relevant with a video? Please do one for the MMA community since it just surfaced that two MMA-fighters (Petr Yan & another guy ) for the UFC bought steroids while on camp in Thailand! It's fresh stuff! Lots of views!! ;) Take care! th-cam.com/video/vTn68s7JNoE/w-d-xo.html (Realized Its not super fresh yet still) Love your stuff bro!
The thief got caught because the video went viral and TV channels took a keen interest. The police realised this and decided "we'd better sort this out as it does not leave a good impression of Thailand". The courts thought the same and gave the thief a stiff sentence - sending out a message. I suspect this kind of theft has happened numerous times but never filmed and consequently no police action is ever taken. Quite lucky he filmed it in the first place. I wish him good luck with his channel and his new business.
I had stuff stolen a few weeks ago. Had a tracker in the wallet, went and found the exact person and where they live. Got it back, bar some they pawned. Police didn’t even think about doing anything. Can’t rely on them.
@@kayflip2233 One incident in Thailand will be like 1mil incidents in western minds. Many many years ago, transgenders were more acceptable in Thailand, but the world make fun like their countries didn't have a single transgender.
Having watched the video I must admit that my first impression was completely wrong. This was obviously not a setup and it was actually a very unfortunate situation. It is good that the culprit was apprehended, but the final outcome was not totally unexpected. Another good interesting video, keep the good work.
My maid stole some of my belongings, admitted to it at the police station. They asked me to forgive her and walk away with my broken earpods and empty cologne. She walked away with a "warning" and nothing else.
Another great one Pete. I think the gold shop owner needs to pay him some compensation. I my country you need to prove ownership of such a valuable thing before you sell it. It is not the monetary value that counts but the sentimental value. What a shame he did not get it back.
Hey Pete! Yep, nothing good happens between 12-5 AM....been all over Mexico and always dress down, nothing flashy, money in a zippered and buttoned pocket, couple small bills available for beers and never carry a wallet! Great story, enjoy your channel when have time to chill.... :)
I never felt unsafe in Thailand. My home town in the US is very small and there's parts I would still visit at night but keep my head on a swivel. Good piece Pete 👏
Firstly, I’d like to say sorry to Frederik. This is a very unfortunately situation and unique event. Looking in the bright sides, Frederik is famous, and unharmed. I know the gold necklace was sentimental and he didn’t make money on social medias but this will lead his TH-cam channel with good future. Just warning anyone about not wearing any fake things too because the robber will come back and harm you as well (loosing face) - it happened in the past to Thai people. I wish you luck Frederik. Good interview Pete thanks.
Sorry to hear about this - best to get over it as quickly as possible, don't waste energy on it - it's already done and in the past. Over the years I have had a couple things stolen during my travels - including a top of the line iPhone that was snatched out of my hands on the Lyon Metro as we pulled out of the station and the doors were closing. It sucks but it is gone forever. Better to swallow the bitter feelings after a day or two and move on. It's not the end of the world - far worse things can and do happen.
@Brian Bailey, coucou j'habite Lyon, désolée pour le vol du IPhone, des populations formées au vol de l'Est de l'Europe écument l'Europe, à Lyon aussi, des personnes viennent vous embrasser et volent le collier ou l'arrache, des picpokets sont signalés en permanence dans le métro mais aussi à Milano (Italy). Il faudrait avertir les voyageurs de ce fléau. Voilà le résultat de l'ouverture des frontières dans l'espace Schengen et aussi l'ouverture à l'Europe de pays pauvres d'où cette population qui se déplace à travers l'Europe pour voler...
Pete, great video, as always. I have been in Thailand 15 years. I would never wear gold walking down Sukhumvit road going to the bars and running the gauntlet of the sex workers. He has been in Thailand for over a year and has not learned this simple lesson a bit late. Stay Safe, and Stay Blessed ! Cheers,
One word comes to mind….”streetwise.” 😀 It’s sad that he lost this necklace which has sentimental value. But it could have been worse. Some people have lost their lives having been robbed.
Why would you let any woman or anyone just walk up and hug on you and you don’t know them. I don’t let people get close to me like that when I’m out or even in a foreign country. That’s my biggest pet peeve don’t touch me if I don’t know you.
It's not only a gold chain, but a heritage. Feel sorry for your loss. I have a similar experience in Vietnam when I was there for business. I learned that I shouldn't had carry my wallet recklessly even though I was walking in the exhibition center in early morning. In total, I lost 50K THB. The theft got lucky indeed. 😅
This can happen to you in any world city. If you get approached by strangers anywhere they want something from you that simple. Ie walk around in Amsterdam, if a stranger asks you to take a photo what they check for is if you are wearing a expensive watch etc.
Wow 3 years for stealing a chain is a long time. It will surely teach the transgender a lesson, but that does seem a bit extreme. You wouldn't get that time in Ireland for that. I guess the justice system doesn't tolerate any sort of crime. Fredrick seems like a nice guy and didn't deserve to get his chain stolen. I am happy he got justice though.
@@bdmenne It's the communist plan to destroy said country's,3 years could be a death sentence in a Thai prison,if you don't have someone on the outside that will help with food and medications....
I hope he's not planning on a security business! The lesson is clear, don't display wealth, and keep all valuables under cover and out of sight. I was in Pattaya one evening and when I got back to my hotel I noticed a rip in my small backpack. Someone had used a knife to try to access the front pocket, but must have been disturbed. I walk very fast so it must have happened in a crowded area which slows down the human traffic. Always be vigilant when overseas.
@@user-sw2lv3zp6o I’ve lived in England and never experienced being targeted to the extent I did in Thailand. It happens of course, but Thailand tourist areas are worse.
I agree it's a fair sentence, but you have to realize that this only panned out this way because it was shared so much in the news and social media. If it wasn't, he would have been fined 100 baht and let loose... it sucks but that's the way it works over there. The police had no choice in this case, they had to make an example out of him.
Very good content bud ,, I search my line and socials I can't find the Ozzie MMA fighters I knew ,, it was 2019 ,, I guess they've digitally vanished on me 🤣🤣
A learning experience, a worst case scenario violence could have been involved, never ever flaunt your money or jewellery that's plain common sense anywhere
I always wear my $15k Rolex everywhere in Thailand, and no one tries to steal it, but everyone probably think it's fake because there are so many fake markets lmao
Pete, I'm really glad you added that last piece to your video. As you know, it's important that people know about the safety in Bangkok....actually for the whole country, in my opinion. I've lived and visited a few places around the globe, and this country is truly like no other.
A similar tale, when I was living in Pattaya. The girlfriend had a gold necklace taken from her neck by a couple of guys on a motorcycle, as we were walking to our condo. The lessons learned do not wear valuables in sight when outside. Another great video.
It could be anything really. I was on a songtaew (Baht bus) and just like him, I had a few beers but was far from drunk. 2 ladyboys came in and sat on my left and right. I remember the one on the left asked me for the time and at this point the one on the right must have slipped my iPhone out of my pocket. And just like him, I didn't notice until I was walking down walking street and gave myself a little pat and it was gone. This was about 10 years ago, before the 'Find me' option like they have now. On a positive note, that is really the only time anything bad has happened to me in Thailand in over 10 years except for the occasional overcharging.
Thank you for another super good story again, don't listen to those people who tell you, Thailand is all "sunshine and rainbows" Gambling is a huge problem in Thailand, gamblers do anything to get money
Why would anyone believe its all sunshine and smiles. It's a relative poor country and so on. I like bangkok and also know the risk. That said, only a fool will try to rob me
Don't flash your phone around, but sometimes it's actually safer to hold it (tight) in hand than have it shoved in your back pocket. An 'ass grab' is not uncommon on Sukhumvit.
Three years in prison for stealing a $1K necklace. But only one year if you kill a doctor while you’re illegally racing an unregistered & and unlicensed high-powered bike in busy downtown Bangkok. And he’s already out on bail. The inequities of “the system” here and the cheapness of human life continue to baffle me. 😳
I'm just listening to the story and it's the exact same place people get robbed all the time and this has been reported to the police many times but they never do anything, they hunt in packs and look for foreigners alone coming off the BTS, one grabs you acts flirty while the others distract you with sexy man etc you so handsome bla bla while they get the necklace off! Thai people always tell me to be careful with my necklace as they are pros that never get any problems with the police! But right where you said it took place is a hotspot and probably happens most nights there
@@dougdavis8986 I replied to this comment but it disappeared, I just have said something TH-cam didn't like 🤔 place a camera in the known hotspots for a start and also check CCTV footage in the gold shop to see how many times the owner has bought stolen gold and prosecute them! Gold shops do not normally buy gold unless you have a receipt, make that mandatory to stop them from easy selling the gold to the shops
Hi Pete, greetings from msia, enjoying every interviews,like your style,can you upload again the day your Dad came to meet the in laws,just love it,esp.the big umbrella , others cannot recall,pls....thanks.
I never allow strangers to hug nor touch me anywhere and especially that bit of road he was mugged. Tough lesson learnt. You can wear gold, plenty of people do. I'd have clocked it and to thief did fumble about a bit. Dude was just too euphoric with the videoing and so on.
Los Angeles is a no no with gold especially in east side and Hollywood. Also Japan I lost my bracelet I left in a park and it was gone and never got it back.
New sub here..love your work Pete. Very interesting stuff. I'm at 3:50 and had to stop, glance down the comments just to see if anyone is seeing what I'm seeing. Frederik looks like a giant sitting there next to you..Om can't stop laughing! ps Please don't take offense, not meant to be atall. Surely it's the camera angle.
It usually happens in touristy cities all over the world I think. And I can relate that social media power here is so strong , so much faster than police's response which we can't really rely on in Thailand 🤷♂️
First impression, that looked like a setup, in other words, it looked staged. She seemed to be fumbling around to undo the necklace and at anytime during that process he should have been completely aware what was happening.
He was filming and distracted plus he may have thought that getting a hug on camera made for good content so went with it. If he didn't have a camera pointed at his face he may have reacted differently
I live in Bangkok since 2010. Normally its safe to walk around, but is always better not to wear gold or expensive watches. I think this could happen in any European capital as well
Nice catching the young big lad lol for that interview Pete,3yrs ffs man..bet she he regrets that..if it didn't get so much publicity it would of been less for sure..🏴🇹🇭❤️🙏
taking the crowded train on the way to the airport, a thief stole some (not all) of my money - from my money belt, which was secured beneath my clothes, in my pants in front of me.....now that is a Pro!
A taxi driver almost got me and a friend in Bangkok. He took us to an area near Nana, like a back alley with nothing but dudes waiting outside a supposed Bar/Nightclub. There was no Music and nobody around going in and out of the building. We refused to leave the taxi and demanded to be taken back to Insanity Nightclub. It was scary..
A couple weeks ago our Thai friend who lives in Norway had her phone repaired in Bangkok and the repair person used the phone to steal several thousand USD. The worker had to be tracked down. Nearly all of the money is gone. The phone repair shop owner did nothing to reimburse.
Never had anything stolen in Thailand. In fact, once I dropped some cash in Phuket on my first trip trying to put it in my money belt, and a Thai guy ran over and returned it to me! After that I ditched the money belt and went back to my normal purse with each subsequent trip and no problems ever, even when drunk in the seedier areas ...
My mother usually wears a golden necklace to hang an amulet but mind you, we live in a small province. Whenever she goes to Bangkok, she takes her necklace off. P.S. (Edit) Most big cities are not safe from thieves, except for Tokyo in my opinion. Two of my friends got robbed in front of a big crowd in Paris, a friend of mine got stolen in Naples, one in Vienna, and a former colleague got robbed in the suburb of LA, just to name a few events that happened in my circle of friends. I think we should watch out wherever we go.
@Thairish Times Nobody in my circle's ever been to Dublin, so I have no say in this :) Bangkok is indeed dangerous, but Thais in general are pretty kind folk, I'd say. I usually get help from strangers wherever I go. Perhaps I looked like a village girl, that's why,... my brothers commented on the stories when I told them about my time in BKK.
He got damn lucky that the media got involved otherwise I doubt the Tourist Police would have done much of anything. He was smart posting the video on the internet but sort of dumb wearing that at night in that part of Bangkok. I tend to only stay in Thai hotels/ guest houses where only Thais stay since many tend to have on the doors of the rooms a place for your own lock and also a closet inside the room where you can put your own lock. If I have someone come to my room for hire for a massage I make sure everything is locked, the keys and extra money hidden. Only enough money to pay for the services and perhaps a tip. In twenty-two years never had a single thing stolen or money taken. You just have to have common sense more than the average foreigner.
People get killed easily in places like Dominican republic wearing any kind of flashy jewelry. I'll never understand why one would do it. When Paul McCartney was Recording In Lagos a bunch of guys jumped out of a car and robbed him and Linda at knifepoint. Took all their money and their Band on the run tapes too. When you're a foreigner you're already a target and resented by the locals to begin with. Don't add gold to the mix.
No way on God's earth is any person let alone a stranger get within 3 ft of me let alone body contact, he asked for it,its completely wrong ...poor guy .
Frederik's channel: th-cam.com/channels/CpZ6cqyG0xFF9KJxajrP7A.html
Hey Bro! You wanna be relevant with a video? Please do one for the MMA community since it just surfaced that two MMA-fighters (Petr Yan & another guy ) for the UFC bought steroids while on camp in Thailand! It's fresh stuff! Lots of views!! ;) Take care!
th-cam.com/video/vTn68s7JNoE/w-d-xo.html
(Realized Its not super fresh yet still)
Love your stuff bro!
The thief got caught because the video went viral and TV channels took a keen interest. The police realised this and decided "we'd better sort this out as it does not leave a good impression of Thailand". The courts thought the same and gave the thief a stiff sentence - sending out a message. I suspect this kind of theft has happened numerous times but never filmed and consequently no police action is ever taken. Quite lucky he filmed it in the first place. I wish him good luck with his channel and his new business.
I had stuff stolen a few weeks ago. Had a tracker in the wallet, went and found the exact person and where they live. Got it back, bar some they pawned. Police didn’t even think about doing anything. Can’t rely on them.
Interesting, but I would never wear a gold necklace in Bangkok at night. Mind you, I'd never wear a gold necklace, anyway.
Like me.
Wish I could afford one🤣
100%... I still see loads of old guys here with wearing lots thinking they are invincible...
guys BKK is safe I don't know where you guys are from but i had more trouble with crime being in my home country Switzerland
@@daviddenham1511 Who is?
Wow, excellent! Kudos to both you and Frederik, you for getting the interview and Frederik for his willingness to come and talk about this incident.
Thanks Charlie
Yep, never flash your valuables when you are out and about. Great interview, Pete.
That’s right Brian👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
The rules of Stupid are:
Don’t Go to Stupid Places,
At Stupid Times,
With Stupid People,
Doing Stupid Things
We’re all stupid at one time or another. Stupid is what stupid does 😂
Your interviews are very compelling. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks, glad you like them
thank you for having me! :)
thanks for telling your story Frederik
At least the "lady" didn't get away with a warning!
The gold shops works with street robbers which is why they melted it down so fast.
The gold shop should face prosecution as well.
This is really bad for thai tourism. The theft need to be punished at maximum sentence.
Lmao, 1 incident? There is far more crime in the West and especially in America.
@@kayflip2233 One incident in Thailand will be like 1mil incidents in western minds. Many many years ago, transgenders were more acceptable in Thailand, but the world make fun like their countries didn't have a single transgender.
bloody hell nearly 20k subs...well done pete
Cheers JP what a journey it’s been!!
... just two years later: 50.000 subs
Great advice Pete! Love the view from your home & thanks for sharing 😊
Having watched the video I must admit that my first impression was completely wrong. This was obviously not a setup and it was actually a very unfortunate situation. It is good that the culprit was apprehended, but the final outcome was not totally unexpected. Another good interesting video, keep the good work.
My maid stole some of my belongings, admitted to it at the police station. They asked me to forgive her and walk away with my broken earpods and empty cologne. She walked away with a "warning" and nothing else.
Another great one Pete. I think the gold shop owner needs to pay him some compensation. I my country you need to prove ownership of such a valuable thing before you sell it. It is not the monetary value that counts but the sentimental value. What a shame he did not get it back.
Thanks Selwyn I think so too although as you know things happen differently here
my boy appears to be a "wee leprechaun" next to this Dutchman
he's a big strong man
He is flamish not Dutch
You simply dont wear gold in these areas. Lesson learnt
Hey Pete! Yep, nothing good happens between 12-5 AM....been all over Mexico and always dress down, nothing flashy, money in a zippered and buttoned pocket, couple small bills available for beers and never carry a wallet! Great story, enjoy your channel when have time to chill.... :)
You’ve the right idea mate. Don’t draw attention to yourself
I never felt unsafe in Thailand. My home town in the US is very small and there's parts I would still visit at night but keep my head on a swivel. Good piece Pete 👏
cheers Ron
Firstly, I’d like to say sorry to Frederik. This is a very unfortunately situation and unique event. Looking in the bright sides, Frederik is famous, and unharmed. I know the gold necklace was sentimental and he didn’t make money on social medias but this will lead his TH-cam channel with good future.
Just warning anyone about not wearing any fake things too because the robber will come back and harm you as well (loosing face) - it happened in the past to Thai people.
I wish you luck Frederik. Good interview Pete thanks.
Yes and he learned a valuable lesson as well Nok
Sorry to hear about this - best to get over it as quickly as possible, don't waste energy on it - it's already done and in the past. Over the years I have had a couple things stolen during my travels - including a top of the line iPhone that was snatched out of my hands on the Lyon Metro as we pulled out of the station and the doors were closing. It sucks but it is gone forever. Better to swallow the bitter feelings after a day or two and move on. It's not the end of the world - far worse things can and do happen.
@Brian Bailey, coucou j'habite Lyon, désolée pour le vol du IPhone, des populations formées au vol de l'Est de l'Europe écument l'Europe, à Lyon aussi, des personnes viennent vous embrasser et volent le collier ou l'arrache, des picpokets sont signalés en permanence dans le métro mais aussi à Milano (Italy). Il faudrait avertir les voyageurs de ce fléau. Voilà le résultat de l'ouverture des frontières dans l'espace Schengen et aussi l'ouverture à l'Europe de pays pauvres d'où cette population qui se déplace à travers l'Europe pour voler...
Fantastic story thanks for share Pete 😀❤️👍but also sad 😞
Glad you enjoyed it Dorte
It’s a him, not a her
Not to me.
Great story Pete. I must say, I always felt safe in Thailand. Congrats on the visa extension Frederik.
Hey Tracy, hope you're well
Pete, great video, as always.
I have been in Thailand 15 years. I would never wear gold walking down Sukhumvit road going to the bars and running the gauntlet of the sex workers. He has been in Thailand for over a year and has not learned this simple lesson a bit late.
Stay Safe, and Stay Blessed !
Cheers,
Thanks Douglas
One word comes to mind….”streetwise.” 😀
It’s sad that he lost this necklace which has sentimental value. But it could have been worse. Some people have lost their lives having been robbed.
Why would you let any woman or anyone just walk up and hug on you and you don’t know them. I don’t let people get close to me like that when I’m out or even in a foreign country. That’s my biggest pet peeve don’t touch me if I don’t know you.
It's not only a gold chain, but a heritage. Feel sorry for your loss. I have a similar experience in Vietnam when I was there for business. I learned that I shouldn't had carry my wallet recklessly even though I was walking in the exhibition center in early morning. In total, I lost 50K THB. The theft got lucky indeed. 😅
I always keep my wallet on a chain attached to my belt loop in my front pocket, never in a back pocket,
Nice I got ripped off in Asia at least 9 times it good to hear some one got caught.
This can happen to you in any world city. If you get approached by strangers anywhere they want something from you that simple. Ie walk around in Amsterdam, if a stranger asks you to take a photo what they check for is if you are wearing a expensive watch etc.
Wow 3 years for stealing a chain is a long time. It will surely teach the transgender a lesson, but that does seem a bit extreme. You wouldn't get that time in Ireland for that. I guess the justice system doesn't tolerate any sort of crime.
Fredrick seems like a nice guy and didn't deserve to get his chain stolen. I am happy he got justice though.
what an abomination of nature, Bubba in the shower block, bar of soap, the rest is history.
@@AJ-yw5zy Lol no chill
Being soft on crime is why criminals are FLOODING into Ireland not afraid of slap on wrist.
@@bdmenne It's the communist plan to destroy said country's,3 years could be a death sentence in a Thai prison,if you don't have someone on the outside that will help with food and medications....
excellent interview, a normal guy living a normal life had a very interesting thing happen to him.
For sure
That gold store that melted it should be looked into as she will use them for every chain she has stolen 100%
I hope he's not planning on a security business! The lesson is clear, don't display wealth, and keep all valuables under cover and out of sight. I was in Pattaya one evening and when I got back to my hotel I noticed a rip in my small backpack. Someone had used a knife to try to access the front pocket, but must have been disturbed. I walk very fast so it must have happened in a crowded area which slows down the human traffic. Always be vigilant when overseas.
Always be vigilant in your own country, too. England is probably the worst place in the world for this type of thing.
@@user-sw2lv3zp6o I’ve lived in England and never experienced being targeted to the extent I did in Thailand. It happens of course, but Thailand tourist areas are worse.
@Bluepurgatory1 that doesn’t surprise me at all.
@Bluepurgatory1 I do something similar, I don’t trust hotel safe’s.
@@user-sw2lv3zp6o 😂
Great post keep up the good work
That’s actually a fare sentence, well done Thailand
I agree it's a fair sentence, but you have to realize that this only panned out this way because it was shared so much in the news and social media. If it wasn't, he would have been fined 100 baht and let loose... it sucks but that's the way it works over there. The police had no choice in this case, they had to make an example out of him.
Only for appearances until the news dies down. He/she is probably already out. They call it "royal pardons" every year. Great masses of them.
another good one Pete ,, the video of the act really makes it!👏
Thanks mate, when I saw that clip I had to do the interview
Very good content bud ,, I search my line and socials I can't find the Ozzie MMA fighters I knew ,, it was 2019 ,, I guess they've digitally vanished on me 🤣🤣
So many good Thai vloggers you're a beast bro
Thank you very much mate. I really appreciate that
He put a bullseye on himself wearing gold,I holiday in phuket and was told about how much they love gold,wise words from the old Thai man!
Primethimethai, just subscribed and good luck for your future.
I'm not sure if it was just the angle you shot it at but that guy looks to be twice your size.
he's a big fella and i'm sitting further away from the camera with a wide angle lens
A learning experience, a worst case scenario violence could have been involved, never ever flaunt your money or jewellery that's plain common sense anywhere
Pickpockets all over the world...you have to be streetwise..
Another great video Pete .
That's good and very true advice to keep your Whits about you.
I think the phrase
"keep your chin up!"..
is the last bit of advise he needs!😂
😂😂😂
pro tip: anytime anybody bumps into you, physically touches you, check your belongings
Great advice
Careful in Thailand. People think it is so safe but there are a TON of scammers there.
Great footage with true story. Enjoy the true stories of life in BKK. Spot on at end!!!!!!!!! 🇭🇲🇹🇭🍻🤟😜
Cheers mate 🙏🙏🙏
Doing 3 years?...certainly a warning to other 'wanna be' thieves.
What are you on about? All they've learned is to steal the camera first next time.
Nobody in their right mind goes drinking anywhere in Thailand wearing any gold never mind a very expensive gold chain like his FFS !
Look poor and stay rich
I always wear my $15k Rolex everywhere in Thailand, and no one tries to steal it, but everyone probably think it's fake because there are so many fake markets lmao
Great video Pete!! 👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Pete, I'm really glad you added that last piece to your video. As you know, it's important that people know about the safety in Bangkok....actually for the whole country, in my opinion. I've lived and visited a few places around the globe, and this country is truly like no other.
yes Tom I had to mention that in the video as Bangkok is much safer than most other mega cities
A similar tale, when I was living in Pattaya. The girlfriend had a gold necklace taken from her neck by a couple of guys on a motorcycle, as we were walking to our condo. The lessons learned do not wear valuables in sight when outside. Another great video.
It could be anything really. I was on a songtaew (Baht bus) and just like him, I had a few beers but was far from drunk. 2 ladyboys came in and sat on my left and right. I remember the one on the left asked me for the time and at this point the one on the right must have slipped my iPhone out of my pocket. And just like him, I didn't notice until I was walking down walking street and gave myself a little pat and it was gone. This was about 10 years ago, before the 'Find me' option like they have now. On a positive note, that is really the only time anything bad has happened to me in Thailand in over 10 years except for the occasional overcharging.
I remember I was in a tuk tuk and my bag was robbed by a passing bike. I was sure the tuk tuk was in on it cos he slowed right down
A hard lesson,,,, never,never wear expensive jewelry on hol 😚
Thank you for another super good story
again, don't listen to those people who tell you, Thailand is all "sunshine and rainbows"
Gambling is a huge problem in Thailand, gamblers do anything to get money
I'm sad to hear that.
Why would anyone believe its all sunshine and smiles. It's a relative poor country and so on. I like bangkok and also know the risk. That said, only a fool will try to rob me
@@ddot6963 Thailand is not a poor country (another misconception about Thailand)
I’m in Toronto, I wouldn’t wear a gold chain out and about here ! There’s bad people everywhere !
true and Bangkok is a super safe city but there are opportunists everywhere
@@ThairishTimes I really enjoy your channel , very informative ! Keep up the great content!
Don't flash your phone around, but sometimes it's actually safer to hold it (tight) in hand than have it shoved in your back pocket. An 'ass grab' is not uncommon on Sukhumvit.
Three years in prison for stealing a $1K necklace.
But only one year if you kill a doctor while you’re illegally racing an unregistered & and unlicensed high-powered bike in busy downtown Bangkok. And he’s already out on bail.
The inequities of “the system” here and the cheapness of human life continue to baffle me. 😳
It’s because it got so much attention. The thais don’t like to be embarrassed and so made an example out of him by giving him 3 years.
@@fergspan5727 And the policeman who killed the doctor didn’t get much attention?
@@jdavies212msu the police man wasn’t a tourist
And the police officer run over by the Red Bull kid. 🤣
He is out on bail every Thai paper
I'm just listening to the story and it's the exact same place people get robbed all the time and this has been reported to the police many times but they never do anything, they hunt in packs and look for foreigners alone coming off the BTS, one grabs you acts flirty while the others distract you with sexy man etc you so handsome bla bla while they get the necklace off! Thai people always tell me to be careful with my necklace as they are pros that never get any problems with the police! But right where you said it took place is a hotspot and probably happens most nights there
I would be curious to hear your solution as to what the police should do?
@@dougdavis8986 I replied to this comment but it disappeared, I just have said something TH-cam didn't like 🤔 place a camera in the known hotspots for a start and also check CCTV footage in the gold shop to see how many times the owner has bought stolen gold and prosecute them! Gold shops do not normally buy gold unless you have a receipt, make that mandatory to stop them from easy selling the gold to the shops
similar thing happened to my friend who was drunk and walking past a massage parlour. they took his wallet and phone.
Tip, don't wear jewellery or watches walking around..
@Thairish Times please do a series of videos of rip-offs, scams and crimes that target foreigners.
that's an interesting one
Never allow anyone, especially sex worker touch, hug or kiss you. The theft looked obvious to me.
Feel sorry for the poor fella with it being his Grandfathers who has passed away.
Hi Pete, greetings from msia, enjoying every interviews,like your style,can you upload again the day your Dad came to meet the in laws,just love it,esp.the big umbrella , others cannot recall,pls....thanks.
haha glad you like that one. Let me see if I have any more
I never allow strangers to hug nor touch me anywhere and especially that bit of road he was mugged. Tough lesson learnt. You can wear gold, plenty of people do. I'd have clocked it and to thief did fumble about a bit. Dude was just too euphoric with the videoing and so on.
A long gold chain of family significance worn outside a shirt while walking at nighttime in a huge foreign city? 😆 🤣
Los Angeles is a no no with gold especially in east side and Hollywood. Also Japan I lost my bracelet I left in a park and it was gone and never got it back.
New sub here..love your work Pete. Very interesting stuff. I'm at 3:50 and had to stop, glance down the comments just to see if anyone is seeing what I'm seeing. Frederik looks like a giant sitting there next to you..Om can't stop laughing! ps Please don't take offense, not meant to be atall. Surely it's the camera angle.
hehe it's a combination of a big man a small man and a bad camera angle lol
It usually happens in touristy cities all over the world I think. And I can relate that social media power here is so strong , so much faster than police's response which we can't really rely on in Thailand 🤷♂️
First impression, that looked like a setup, in other words, it looked staged. She seemed to be fumbling around to undo the necklace and at anytime during that process he should have been completely aware what was happening.
He was filming and distracted plus he may have thought that getting a hug on camera made for good content so went with it. If he didn't have a camera pointed at his face he may have reacted differently
yep agree 100%
I live in Bangkok since 2010. Normally its safe to walk around, but is always better not to wear gold or expensive watches. I think this could happen in any European capital as well
Excellent VIDEO 💕 📹 👏 👍.
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Thanks Ricky
She just saved you from getting arrested by the Thai fashion police!
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Great interview, although I don't understand why this would be world news and would be covered by worldwide news channels.
I'm not surprised that happened ...
silly bollocks looking at the camera instead of what's happening around him .What could possibly go wrong?
Nice catching the young big lad lol for that interview Pete,3yrs ffs man..bet she he regrets that..if it didn't get so much publicity it would of been less for sure..🏴🇹🇭❤️🙏
Yeah Mark if it didn’t go viral it could have been a different story
The best part about the original clip, is when he get the necklace off and says "Bye-bye!" And just fades away like a ninja in the night! Haha! Dummy!
Good this news is very important in this country with main line media
The camera angle makes you look like your interviewing a giant
He is a giant😂
taking the crowded train on the way to the airport, a thief stole some (not all) of my money - from my money belt, which was secured beneath my clothes, in my pants in front of me.....now that is a Pro!
now that takes effort
A taxi driver almost got me and a friend in Bangkok. He took us to an area near Nana, like a back alley with nothing but dudes waiting outside a supposed Bar/Nightclub. There was no Music and nobody around going in and out of the building. We refused to leave the taxi and demanded to be taken back to Insanity Nightclub. It was scary..
Solid content !
He could probably replace that Gold chain a few times over from all the monatisation he got😊
Lol for a guy who lives there and still wears jewelry. It was destined to happen.
A couple weeks ago our Thai friend who lives in Norway had her phone repaired in Bangkok and the repair person used the phone to steal several thousand USD. The worker had to be tracked down. Nearly all of the money is gone. The phone repair shop owner did nothing to reimburse.
He practically handed it to it 🤦♂️
I never wear gold necklace in thailand. Use silver instead if you must have something.
Never had anything stolen in Thailand. In fact, once I dropped some cash in Phuket on my first trip trying to put it in my money belt, and a Thai guy ran over and returned it to me! After that I ditched the money belt and went back to my normal purse with each subsequent trip and no problems ever, even when drunk in the seedier areas ...
Great I like to hear stories like yours
My mother usually wears a golden necklace to hang an amulet but mind you, we live in a small province. Whenever she goes to Bangkok, she takes her necklace off.
P.S. (Edit) Most big cities are not safe from thieves, except for Tokyo in my opinion. Two of my friends got robbed in front of a big crowd in Paris, a friend of mine got stolen in Naples, one in Vienna, and a former colleague got robbed in the suburb of LA, just to name a few events that happened in my circle of friends. I think we should watch out wherever we go.
yes exactly we have to be vigilant everywhere. For the most part I feel safer in Bangkok than I do in my home city of Dublin
@Thairish Times Nobody in my circle's ever been to Dublin, so I have no say in this :) Bangkok is indeed dangerous, but Thais in general are pretty kind folk, I'd say. I usually get help from strangers wherever I go. Perhaps I looked like a village girl, that's why,... my brothers commented on the stories when I told them about my time in BKK.
Yes, they're professional very professional. I ve been to Belgium ( Brussels) you are a long way from there!
He got damn lucky that the media got involved otherwise I doubt the Tourist Police would have done much of anything. He was smart posting the video on the internet but sort of dumb wearing that at night in that part of Bangkok.
I tend to only stay in Thai hotels/ guest houses where only Thais stay since many tend to have on the doors of the rooms a place for your own lock and also a closet inside the room where you can put your own lock. If I have someone come to my room for hire for a massage I make sure everything is locked, the keys and extra money hidden. Only enough money to pay for the services and perhaps a tip. In twenty-two years never had a single thing stolen or money taken. You just have to have common sense more than the average foreigner.
People get killed easily in places like Dominican republic wearing any kind of flashy jewelry. I'll never understand why one would do it. When Paul McCartney was Recording In Lagos a bunch of guys jumped out of a car and robbed him and Linda at knifepoint. Took all their money and their Band on the run tapes too. When you're a foreigner you're already a target and resented by the locals to begin with. Don't add gold to the mix.
That could've been a man. It happened in 1995 to my fellow marine when we were drunk in Tijuana.
No way on God's earth is any person let alone a stranger get within 3 ft of me let alone body contact, he asked for it,its completely wrong ...poor guy .
Seems like a super nice guy.
Justice
Sunset is cracking !