Safety
Elderly Man Found Deceased in Chao Phraya River
A missing elderly man was discovered in the Chao Phraya River in Samut Prakan after a multi-day search.
On September 23, 2026, local authorities in Samut Prakan were alerted to a body floating in the Chao Phraya River near the Hua Ko Market embankment in Thai Ban sub-district. Police and rescue teams from the Ruam Kusol Samut Prakan Foundation arrived at the scene to recover the remains of an elderly man wearing a white t-shirt and black shorts.
During the recovery process, a 20-year-old man named Nattawut arrived at the scene, identifying the deceased as his grandfather, Amnuay, who had been reported missing and was the subject of a social media search campaign. Initial examinations by officials revealed no visible signs of physical assault on the body. The remains have been transported to Samut Prakan Hospital for a formal autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
For residents and visitors, this incident serves as a reminder of the inherent risks associated with the waterways in the region. While the circumstances surrounding the man's entry into the river remain under investigation, the case highlights the importance of monitoring vulnerable family members. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the timeline of the disappearance or the final medical findings. The investigation is ongoing as officials await the results of the post-mortem examination.