Briefs Encounter! Thai Man Nabbed for Underwear Fetish in Buriram
In a bizarre case of theft and fetish, police in Buriram province arrested a man who admitted to stealing dozens of women’s undergarments—but claimed he simply liked collecting them.
Officers from Lahan Sai Police Station launched an investigation after receiving multiple complaints from local women reporting missing underwear. CCTV footage captured a suspicious figure in short jeans, a T-shirt, and a cap, with a towel draped over his head to disguise his identity.
Following a trail of clues, officers tracked the suspect to Pho Thong Temple, where he had been staying during a temple festival. The man, identified only as Pae, 32, originally hails from Udon Thani province and was in Buriram working with an amusement park crew setting up rides and collecting fees.
Underwear Cache Uncovered
Police raided Pae’s room at the temple and discovered a stash of 54 stolen items, including 28 pairs of panties, 25 bras, and 2 revealing sets of pyjamas.
Under interrogation, Pae confessed to stealing the lingerie but denied any sexual motivations. He claimed he was fascinated by women’s underwear and enjoyed collecting them. He stressed that he never sniffed or used the items for any sexual activity, although police expressed skepticism.
Pae admitted to targeting a nearby dormitory, located about 200 to 300 meters from the temple grounds. He typically carried out the thefts between 1am and 3am, after finishing his shift at the festival.
Thought He’d Get Away
The suspect told police he was confident he would avoid arrest since he wasn’t a local resident and planned to leave the province as soon as the event ended. However, the swift investigation led to his arrest on July 22.
In a final statement, Pae acknowledged he had underestimated the local police and expressed new-found respect for their investigative work.
Legal Consequences
Pae has been charged with nighttime theft, an offense that carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a fine of up to 10,000 baht under Section 335 of Thailand’s Criminal Code.
The case has drawn local attention, both for its unusual nature and for highlighting ongoing issues of personal privacy and security—especially in dormitory-style accommodations. Police continue to urge residents to report any suspicious behavior and take precautions, particularly during large events and festivals.
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