An officer from Samrong Nuea police station in Samut Prakan patrols a local gold shop to prevent robberies, keeping an eye on suspicious customers and advising shop owners to install alarms and limit gold displays. MPB commissioner Pol Lt Gen Siam Boonsom said security measures for gold shops already exist nationwide because of the high value of gold. He said there are two major gold shop chains that often ignore police recommendations on security measures, and statistics show that these shops are frequently targeted. Pol Lt Gen Siam said police have attempted to engage with the two gold shop brands to encourage improved security measures. Pol Lt Gen Siam invited the president of the Gold Traders Association, major gold shop chains, and the OIC to develop new security guidelines.

Source: Bangkok Post March 19, 2026 04:00 UTC