Cover image via Khaosod English
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A 60-year-old Dutch man was recently arrested after stealing an entire ATM in Khon Kaen, Thailand
According to Thai media Khaosod English, residents were shocked after discovering the suspect trying to break into a Siam Commercial Bank ATM outside a local store in the area.
However, instead of stealing money, he proceeded to load the entire machine onto the back of his truck.
The suspect's pickup truck carrying the stolen ATM.
Image via Khaosod EnglishPolice discovered 20-metre drag marks from where the ATM had been bolted down, leading to a waiting black Mazda pickup truck
Security camera footage quickly led officers to the suspect, identified only as Mr S from the Netherlands.
Investigations also revealed that the man had lived in Thailand for six years and invested around THB10 million (about RM1.3 million) into a restaurant business with his 37-year-old wife.
However, as the business struggled financially, tensions between the couple mounted.
Police arresting the 60 year-old suspect.
Image via Khaosod EnglishOn Saturday night, 20 September, the man stormed out of their home after a heated argument, telling his wife he was visiting friends
She only discovered his true intentions when the police contacted her the next morning.
Forensic teams later collected fingerprints from both the stolen ATM and the pickup truck. Bank representatives have since filed formal charges.
The suspect now faces multiple offences, including nighttime theft, property damage, and using a vehicle to commit a crime.
He could be sentenced to up to 10 years in prison and fined between THB2,000 (RM264.32) and THB14,000 (RM1,850.26).
