Man found dead in Chanthaburi abandoned house after disappearance
A Thai mother’s worst fears were realised when her 42 year old missing son was found dead in an abandoned house in Chanthaburi province. Police and emergency services discovered the body following a GPS trace that led them to the location. Financial stress and personal issues were cited as potential reasons for the suspected suicide.
Police Colonel Jirannon Thongsroi of the Thamai District Police Station received a report at 9.30pm yesterday, January 15, regarding the discovery of a dead man. The incident took place in a deserted house in Takad Ngao subdistrict, Chanthaburi.
Responding to the call, officials, accompanied by forensic doctors from Phra Pok Klao Hospital and volunteers from Sawang Katanyu Chanthaburi, attended the scene.
The deceased was identified as Ruengsak, a 42 year old man, whose surname has been withheld. The body was found on the concrete floor, having died by hanging. It was reported that his body was lowered to the ground by those who discovered him before police were notified.
In the vicinity of the body, a car seatbelt was found tied to a post at the back of the abandoned house, about 1 metre above the ground. A pair of sandals was placed at his feet, and a Honda Wave motorcycle with a Rayong registration was parked nearby. Police documented the scene for evidence.
The 70 year old mother of the dead man mentioned that her son’s actions might have stemmed from financial difficulties. He had borrowed money from neighbours, and his earnings from fishing were insufficient to repay the debt.
She further revealed that her son had frequent arguments with his wife. On the day before the incident, he had told her that he would not be around anymore and apologised.
Later that day, he borrowed his brother’s motorcycle and left the house, disappearing afterwards.
Despite efforts from family members to locate him, they were unsuccessful. The GPS on his mobile phone, which he carried, eventually led them to the abandoned house where he was found deceased, reported KhaoSod.
The police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances of his death. Meanwhile, arrangements have been made to transport the body to Phra Pok Klao Hospital for a detailed autopsy. Following this, the body will be returned to the family for religious rites.
If you or anyone you know is in emotional distress, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand 24-hour hotline: 02 713 6791 (English), 02 713 6793 (Thai), or the Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). Please also contact your friends or relatives at this time if you have feelings of loneliness, stress, or depression. Seek help.
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