Czech embassy in Thailand confirms arrest of two Czech nationals

The Czech embassy in Thailand has confirmed the arrest of two Czech citizens who, the Thai press reported, participated in the kidnapping of a Dutch national. The embassy has not released additional information, citing that contradictory information had been provided by local police. A local newspaper wrote that the kidnapping was organised by a 36-year-old Pole, who was aided by the two Czechs aged 36 and 37. The paper reportedly gave their names and published their photographs. According to the Thai police, the men kidnapped the Dutchman on April 12, took him to an unknown location and demanded a ransom of 90,000 euros. According to the press, the Czechs have admitted involvement and have cooperated with the police, allegedly showing them where the man was held.

Author: Jan Velinger