One only has to read the daily news to realize crime is on the rise all over Thailand.
A good majority of the crime, always concerns money.
Getting money illegally that does not belong to you.
Some Thai people will do anything for money and it is good to not get caught up in the Land of Smiles, and recognize the fact if you have money and they do not, that you can become a victim.
Family members committing crimes against their parents, Thai’s committing crimes against other Thai’s and Thai’s committing crimes against foreigners.
If you have money, it is best to avoid attention and not flash it around.
As the income disparity gets worse each year, more and more people will turn to crime to get money.
It is best to keep that thought in the back of your mind and know how to get help if you ever require it.