Was approached by my Thai neighbors yesterday saying that indications are that this period leading up to New Year's is expected to be the worst in recent memory concerning thefts and home burglaries. Causes related to the economy and unemployment.
They wanted to know if we wanted to share the cost of extra night time guards for our section of the development during the month of December. Guards to be moonlighting Thai Navy MP's. Two of the five houses involved are occupied by Thai Naval officers and family. If they're concerned, I listen to what they have to say.
To clarify, I am not in Hia Hin but on the other side of the Gulf in Rayong. However, I would expect the theft and burglary situation to be worse everywhere this year because of the reasons stated.
We all know that historically the time leading up to New Years and Songkran are the worst, but this year more vigilance may be in order. Pete
