A gang of alleged criminals in Pursat town might have thought they were as thick as thieves, but police proved on Sunday that they were easy to pull apart.

After the gang robbed a moto and bag from an unsuspecting victim, police were hot on their tails.

While two of the suspects managed to escape, any hopes of a speedy getaway were soon dashed for the other pair when they crashed.

The duo was quickly arrested and sent to court. KOH SANTEPHEAP