70-Year-Old Watch Shop Owner Found Deceased in Samut Songkhram Canal
A 70-year-old man reported missing by his family has been discovered deceased in a canal in Samut Songkhram province.
On October 26, 2026, local authorities in Samut Songkhram, Thailand, recovered the body of a 70-year-old man from a canal located in Ban Prok sub-district. The deceased, identified as Mr. Somwang, was a local watch shop owner who had previously been reported missing to the Mueang Samut Songkhram Police Station by his family.
The discovery was made by a local resident who was fishing in the area and initially mistook the body for a floating buoy. Upon closer inspection, the witness realized it was a human form and alerted authorities. Rescue workers from the Sawang Benjatham Samut Songkhram Foundation arrived at the scene to retrieve the body, which was subsequently identified by the victim's son.
For residents and visitors in the area, this incident highlights the importance of reporting missing persons immediately to local law enforcement. While the recovery of the body provides closure for the family, the exact circumstances surrounding the man's death remain under investigation by the Mueang Samut Songkhram Police. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the cause of death or whether foul play is suspected. Further updates are expected as the police investigation continues.
