BANGKOK – Police have successfully apprehended a 58-year-old Canadian man accused of serial harassment. The suspect allegedly targeted female retail employees inside popular shopping centers. Immigration police tracked the man down following multiple complaints across different districts.
The arrest brings a brief sense of relief to retail workers who faced unsettling encounters at work. Investigators worked quickly to review security footage and secure an official arrest warrant.
Key Takeaways
- A 58-year-old Canadian national was arrested by immigration police at a condominium in the Rama 9 area.
- The suspect used a ruse involving clothing items to approach and harass female staff members inside major department stores.
- Authorities confirmed at least three separate incidents linked to the suspect and plan to deport him after legal proceedings.
Details of the Investigation and Arrest
According police, the suspect used a clever trick to get close to his victims. He entered clothing stores and asked female employees to hold up garments against their bodies for size comparison. Once close enough, he would cross the line and inappropriately touch the workers.
Police noted that these disturbing events took place in busy retail hubs, including areas like Lat Phrao and Chatuchak. Security cameras captured the suspect repeating the same disturbing pattern multiple times. Officers from Immigration Division 3 (IMD 3) launched a thorough investigation to identify the man and put an end to his actions.
Detectives eventually traced the Canadian man to a residential condominium located near Rama 9 Road. Officers maintained a close watch on the building before moving in to make the arrest. When confronted by police, the man was properly informed of his rights through an English-speaking interpreter.
During initial questioning, the suspect chose to confess to the accusations. Police then transferred him to Phaholyothin Police Station for formal legal processing. Immigration officials stated they intend to revoke his visa once the court finalizes the criminal case.
He will face official deportation and a permanent ban from entering the country again.
