Pattaya Hotels – Crime and Accidents: A tragic scene unfolded on the evening of September 19 when police and rescue teams rushed to a hotel on Thappraya Road following reports of a man falling from a height. At around 7:36 pm, investigators found the lifeless body of a 42-year-old Indian national who had plunged from the fifth floor of the property. This Pattaya Hotels – Crime and Accidents news report details the heartbreaking incident that has left the community in shock.
Police and rescue teams at the Thappraya Road hotel where a 42-year-old Indian man fell to his death.
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Incident at a popular South Pattaya hotel
The fatal fall occurred at a three-star hotel located on Thappraya Road, in Nong Prue Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri. Known for its proximity to Jomtien Beach and the city’s nightlife strip, the hotel caters mainly to tourists seeking affordable accommodation with easy access to central Pattaya. Police responded immediately after a call reported a person falling through a lower-level roof.
Police findings and grim evidence
Upon entering the victim’s room, officers found no signs of a struggle or theft. However, they discovered disturbing evidence of a failed suicide attempt — a towel tied to a clothing rack in the bathroom had come loose, indicating he may have first tried to hang himself. Investigators believe that after this failed attempt, the man jumped from the room’s balcony to his death. The victim had checked in earlier that afternoon and was alone in his room at the time.
Witness accounts create a chilling timeline
A 40-year-old witness named Ray, who was dining at the hotel’s restaurant, told officers he heard what sounded like an argument from an upper floor followed by a loud crash and the sound of blood dripping through the roof. The shocking scene sent panic through dining guests as staff rushed to investigate. Rescue teams later retrieved the body, lodged between two roof panels, before transferring it to the Police Hospital’s Forensic Institute for autopsy.
Ongoing investigation and local impact
Deputy Inspector Phupha Hongyakul from the Pattaya City Police Station confirmed that CCTV footage and additional witness statements are being examined to clarify the victim’s final moments. Relatives of the deceased have been notified and are cooperating with Thai authorities. The incident has sparked concern among local hoteliers and tourism officials who are urging properties to review guest safety protocols and mental health support for international visitors.
The tragedy has cast a somber mood over the normally lively South Pattaya strip and serves as a stark reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and safety measures in Thailand’s hospitality sector.
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