Airport clock ticking Thai police track down taxi and save Australian tourist’s journey

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Tourist Police recover an Australian visitor’s forgotten red backpack from a taxi just before departure, after using CCTV and contacting the driver to reunite the traveller with the belongings.

BANGKOK, Thailand – A forgotten backpack left behind in a taxi nearly disrupted an Australian tourist’s departure from Thailand, but quick action by Don Mueang Tourist Police helped recover the belongings just in time. The visitor reported that a red backpack containing clothing and food items had been accidentally left inside a taxi after the trip. With departure time approaching, the tourist sought help from officers, who immediately began tracing the vehicle.



Police coordinated with CCTV operators and identified the green-and-yellow Bangkok taxi involved, with registration number 7258. Officers contacted the driver, who confirmed that the backpack was still inside the vehicle and agreed to bring it back. The belongings were successfully returned to the Australian visitor before departure, allowing the tourist to continue the journey relieved and grateful for the assistance. The visitor thanked Tourist Police for their quick response and support. Travellers needing help in Thailand can contact the Tourist Police Call Center 1155 or use the Tourist Police App for assistance.