Feb 21, 2024
Thai Man Arrested for Attempted Rape and Murder of Chinese Woman in Pattaya
Police arrested a 41-year-old Thai man, Thip Phasiri, for attempting to rape and murder a 29-year-old Chinese woman, Meilin, in Pattaya. The victim reported that the suspect attempted to rape her, stole her money, and set fire to the scene. Thip confessed to attempting to assault Meilin but denied setting the fire. Meilin positively identified Thip as her assailant, and police have reasons to suspect his involvement in other theft incidents.