Former Dragon Five Singer Tae Found Deceased in Chao Phraya River

According to a report by Khaosod English, the body of 46-year-old Taewich “Tae” Taepan was recovered from the Chao Phraya River near the Rama VII Bridge in Nonthaburi on Friday, August 7, 2026. Tae, a former member of the Thai boy band Dragon Five, had been the subject of a missing person report filed by his girlfriend earlier in the week.

Authorities were alerted after he failed to return home following his departure on a bicycle at approximately 04:00 on the day he went missing. The discovery of his remains marks a tragic conclusion to the search efforts conducted by his family and local officials.

For residents and visitors in the Nonthaburi and Bangkok areas, this incident highlights the inherent risks associated with the city's major waterways, particularly during early morning hours. While the circumstances surrounding his death are currently being investigated, the exact cause of death and the sequence of events leading to his presence in the river remain to be confirmed by forensic authorities. As the investigation continues, the public is advised to respect the privacy of the grieving family. Further details regarding the official cause of death are expected to be released by local law enforcement as the inquiry progresses.