Missing Woman Found After Five Days in Sa Kaeo Forest
A 58-year-old woman has been rescued after disappearing for five days in a forest near the Sa Kaeo and Prachin Buri border, claiming a mysterious man led her to tend elephants.
On November 3, 2026, a 58-year-old woman named Pranee was found alive after being missing for five days in a forest area bordering Sa Kaeo and Prachin Buri provinces. Pranee, a resident of Ban Kaeng, had disappeared on October 29, triggering a massive search operation involving over 50 rescue personnel from various foundations and local teams. Upon her discovery, she appeared exhausted but conscious. In her account of the ordeal, she claimed that a mysterious man had led her to care for elephants during her time in the woods. She further stated that she could see search parties passing by her location, yet despite her attempts to call out, they were unable to hear or see her. This detail has led some local residents to attribute the event to supernatural causes, specifically the belief that she was hidden by spirits. While the physical search has concluded successfully, the exact circumstances of her survival and the identity of the individual she described remain unconfirmed. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the dense and challenging nature of the local forest terrain. Authorities continue to advise caution when entering remote wilderness areas, as disorientation can occur rapidly in these environments.
