A serial thief who robbed villas of foreigners was detained in Qatar.

Phuket police have arrested a man suspected of a series of burglaries at villas in the Rawai and Wichit areas. According to the investigation, the reason for the inquiry was a statement from a foreigner whose villa was robbed on the night of May 12. Surveillance cameras showed the suspect on video the night of the theft. The suspect was detained on May 26 in the Kata area. During a search, police found the clothing he was wearing when caught on camera during the burglary. According to the investigation, the man stole cash and jewelry, then sent the loot to a fence outside Phuket – in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. Police believe the detainee may be involved in other similar thefts on the island. This story reminds tourists and expats of the need to be careful with personal safety and valuables in their homes, especially at night.