The victim, who works at a private school on the island, told police she had been attacked on Soi Somboonsap in Srisoonthorn between 1:30am and 2am after a night out with a friend in Cherng Talay. (See story here.)
She reported that she and a colleague had dinner and drinks at a restaurant in Bang Tao on Saturday evening (Aug 23), later moving to another venue nearby. At about 1am, she booked a Bolt car, described as a white sedan, to return to her home in Pa Khlok.
After first dropping her friend off in Baan Manik, Srisoonthorn, the driver allegedly pulled over on Soi Somboonsap, forced her from the car and raped her in roadside bushes before fleeing.
The victim filed a formal complaint with Thalang Police later that day. She was referred to Thalang Hospital for a medical examination while investigators collected evidence and requested an arrest warrant.
Police have now confirmed that the suspect was apprehended yesterday (Aug 24) and handed over to investigating officers for further legal proceedings.
Initially, the suspect denied the charges, claiming the female passenger had no money to pay the fare.