Thai police go undercover as Lunar New Year lion dancers to catch thief

19 February 2026, 10:32 pm

Thai police came up with a creative plan to nab a serial burglar who repeatedly slipped through their fingers: going undercover in a traditional lion costume to get close to their elusive quarry.... Read More »

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