By Trend News Line 2024-05-08 08:39:46.
Major Firearm Robbery Unveiled in Hat Yai, Songkhla
On the 7th of May, 2024, authorities in Hat Yai, Songkhla, made a shocking discovery that sent ripples through the community. A press conference was held by Hat Yai police officers and relevant agencies to address a major case of firearm robbery that had taken place at a former gun store in the area. The police revealed that a total of 37 units of firearms had been seized as part of the investigation.
At 2 AM on the 5th of May, patrol police officers in Hat Yai were going about their regular duties when they noticed something suspicious. Three suspects were spotted transporting 15 firearms and ammunition from a motorcycle sidecar on Kukrit Road in Hat Yai. Quick action led to the capture of one of the suspects, prompting a deeper investigation into the source of the firearms.
It was soon discovered that the firearms had been stolen from a former large gun store in Hat Yai. Traces of a robbery were found at the scene, pointing towards a well-executed heist. The police identified a group of five suspects believed to be behind the crime. The suspects were named as Mr. Atchariya Kraisuwan, 32, Mr. Somsak Khamsathit, 40, Mr. Watcharaporn Chiambut, 32, Mr. Somchai Kaewthong, 34, and Mr. Sobprasong Promdej, 41.
Further investigations revealed that the robbery had taken place over a span of two days, from the 4th to the 6th of May. A total of 37 firearms, including six pistols and 31 rifles, were stolen from the gun store. The suspects confessed to the police that they had planned to distribute the firearms to customers at a price ranging from 20,000 to 30,000 baht each.
The theft gang members had chosen abandoned residences as hideouts after the robbery, but the Hat Yai police were quick to track them down. All suspects were apprehended, and the stolen firearms were returned to their rightful owner. This swift action by the authorities prevented the possibility of these firearms being used to commit further crimes in the future.
In a bid to ensure the safety of the community, the Hat Yai police officers are now working on strengthening security measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The successful resolution of this case serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the public.
The residents of Hat Yai, Songkhla, can now rest assured that the perpetrators behind this major firearm robbery have been brought to justice. The collaborative efforts of the police and relevant agencies have not only led to the recovery of the stolen firearms but have also ensured the safety and security of the local community..
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