Ao Nang Souvenir Shop Resolves Damaged Item Dispute with Indian Tourist Before Police Arrival
A dispute over a broken refrigerator magnet at a souvenir shop in Ao Nang, Krabi, was resolved before police arrived, with an Indian tourist agreeing to pay compensation. The Thai Tourist Police reiterated their commitment to assisting visitors.
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