Thai police arrested a 36-year-old Egyptian man for allegedly sexually assaulting a Thai woman in a condominium elevator in Bangkok. The incident occurred after the man followed the woman into the building and later into the elevator, where he reportedly touched her inappropriately and attempted to grab her hands.

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The woman managed to escape when the elevator returned to the lobby.

I confirm… Thanks to this, there are no police on the streets, no reinforced doors, no alarms, no security gates in banks or jewelry stores. 35 years without an assault or theft. In my family, in Bangkok or elsewhere, I often forget my motorcycle keys outside. https://t.co/zFNSdVHk6j pic.twitter.com/AYIEVfJ8yg

— de Hauteclocque (@terrenoire101) November 14, 2024

The suspect was later identified and detained at his residence in the Ramkhamhaeng area. During police questioning, with the assistance of an interpreter, he admitted to the assault. The case has drawn criticism over the condominium’s lax security measures, as the man was able to bypass the guard post with ease. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities reviewing evidence and formalizing charges.

-Thailand News (TN)