An Algerian man has been arrested in Chang Klan on multiple charges of theft.
The accused, Mr. Khelifa Larbi, 51 was aarrested by police at a hostel on Charoenprathet Road at the back of the Night Bazaar this morning, Jan. 28 after he was traced to the location using CCTV footage.
Mr. Larbi allegedly stolen a number of items at a Chiang Mai Tesco Lotus Express as well pickpocketing patrons the Spicy Night Club in Chang Moi.
Without giving a lot of details, Thai media reports that he specifically targeted tourists at Spicy.
He was found in possession on a number of different items including four smartphones and various toiletries.
Mr. Larbi has been detained in custody pending a court hearing.