Thailand: Tourists spied on with drones - thieves caught

The tourist police have now arrested four suspects, reported the Bangkok Post newspaper, citing the authorities. The suspects, aged between 25 and 30, came from the neighboring country of Myanmar, it said.

Loot spent on drugs

The men had used their drones to observe various houses and apartments rented to tourists. When they suspected easy prey, they struck and went on a theft spree. The cases had recently become more frequent and there had been complaints.

The group had admitted to spending the money on drugs. The officers seized more than 60 methamphetamine pills from them. No further details were initially released.

Koh Phangan in the Gulf of Thailand is one of the most popular islands in the kingdom. Young people from all over the world flock to the Full Moon parties on Haad Rin Beach. Yoga fans, on the other hand, are drawn to the numerous retreats and spas.