Safety
19-Year-Old Man Drowns at Birthday Party in Buriram
A 19-year-old man died after slipping into a deep pond during a birthday celebration in Buriram province.
On September 22, 2026, a 19-year-old man identified as Ratchanon, or 'C', tragically drowned in a pond located behind a residence in Pa Kham District, Buriram. According to Khaosod Online, the incident occurred around 3:00 AM during a birthday party held for the homeowner's daughter.
Witnesses reported that the victim was walking near the edge of the pond to wash his feet when he slipped on mud and fell into the water, which was approximately four meters deep. Despite the presence of friends at the scene, they were unable to rescue him in time. Local police and rescue teams from the Sawang Janyatham and Non Din Daeng associations were dispatched to the site. Divers conducted a search and recovered the body after approximately 20 minutes.
Preliminary examinations by authorities found no signs of physical assault on the victim. The victim’s mother noted that he had recently completed his final term of non-formal education. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the risks associated with proximity to deep, unlit bodies of water during social gatherings, particularly at night. While the police have initiated an investigation, the official cause of death remains subject to the final findings of the medical examination. Residents and visitors are urged to exercise extreme caution near water features, especially in rural areas where safety barriers may be absent.