Chiang Mai Bank Robbery: Police Launch Manhunt
Bank Robbery in Chiang Mai Sparks Major Police Search
A manhunt is underway in Chiang Mai after a lone robber escaped with approximately 40,000 baht from a Kasikorn Bank branch on Charoen Muang Road in the Muang district.
Chiang Mai Bank Robbery: Police Launch Manhunt
Bank Robbery in Chiang Mai Sparks Major Police Search
The robbery occurred at noon at the Nong Pratip intersection in tambon Tha Sala. The suspect, described as around 160 centimeters tall and dressed in black clothing with a medical mask, threatened bank staff with a knife. A frightened female officer handed over a brown envelope containing the cash before the robber fled the scene.
Chiang Mai Bank Robbery: Police Launch Manhunt
Bank Robbery in Chiang Mai Sparks Major Police Search
The entire incident lasted less than five minutes. After grabbing the money, the suspect ran out and boarded a red taxi truck heading toward San Kamphaeng district.
Chiang Mai Bank Robbery: Police Launch Manhunt
Bank Robbery in Chiang Mai Sparks Major Police Search
Police are reviewing CCTV footage and conducting a thorough search for the suspect. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspect or the red taxi truck to come forward to assist in the investigation.
Chiang Mai Bank Robbery: Police Launch Manhunt
Bank Robbery in Chiang Mai Sparks Major Police Search
Law enforcement agencies in Chiang Mai are intensifying efforts to track down the perpetrator and ensure public safety in the wake of this bold daylight robbery.
