Tragic Drowning Incident in Nakhon Ratchasima
A 68-year-old man has been found dead in a canal in Pak Chong district after a search operation following his disappearance while preparing for Loy Krathong.
On October 28, 2026, rescue teams from the Sawang Witcha Thammasathan Foundation in Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima, recovered the body of a 68-year-old man from a canal. The victim had been reported missing since the previous day, October 27.
According to reports from Khaosod Online, the man’s relatives became concerned when they could not locate him at his home. Upon searching the vicinity, they discovered tools, including a knife and a hammer, near the canal bank, along with signs of tree-cutting activity. It is believed the man was gathering materials to construct a staircase for the upcoming Loy Krathong festival when he accidentally fell into the water.
Rescue workers conducted an extensive search throughout the night following the initial report. The victim's body was eventually discovered caught in a bamboo thicket approximately two kilometers from the site where the tools were found.
For residents and visitors, this incident serves as a somber reminder of the potential hazards associated with DIY projects near waterways, especially during the preparations for seasonal festivities. While the circumstances point to an accidental fall, local authorities continue to process the scene. No further details regarding the specific cause of death have been released at this time.
