A lucrative career stealing motorbikes came to a sudden end for two men, 28 and 29, whose criminal antics in Kampong Cham town had made them well-known.

Their big mistake on Friday evening was allegedly sneaking into a home and trying to get the lock off a bike in full view of its owner, who called for help.

The thieves tried to escape, but their way was blocked by police and angry residents. Locals knocked the pair about as they were arrested.

Koh Santepheap