Tragic Incidents in Phuket: Woman Hospitalized After Self-Harm, Tourist Falls to Death

In recent incidents in Phuket, a 35-year-old woman has been hospitalized with severe self-inflicted injuries, while a tragic fall claimed the life of a young Russian tourist.

Self-Inflicted Injuries in Patong

On August 11, at approximately 6:56 am, Patong police responded to a distress call from a small guest accommodation on Phra Mettha Road. Upon arrival, authorities and rescue workers discovered a 35-year-old woman with serious knife wounds. She was found on a bed with multiple stab wounds to her abdomen and a deep cut on her throat. A blood-stained knife was located at the scene, alongside visible blood splatters.

The building administrator, who witnessed the incident, reported that the altercation began when she confronted the woman and her boyfriend over overdue rent payments. The boyfriend had allegedly claimed that he had given the money to the woman, but the rent had not been paid. This disagreement escalated into a tragic self-harm episode, with the woman reportedly using a knife to inflict the injuries on herself.

First responders from the Patong Kusoldharm Foundation provided immediate medical attention before transporting the woman to Patong Hospital. She remains under medical care as police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding this distressing event.

Russian Tourist’s Fatal Fall in Chalong

In a separate incident last week, a 20-year-old Russian tourist tragically fell from the seventh floor of a condominium in Chalong, Phuket. Police received a report of the fall, and officers from Chalong Police Station, along with forensic experts from Vachira Phuket Hospital and volunteers from the Phuket Ruamjai Rescue Foundation, quickly responded to the scene.

The Russian embassy has been contacted to inform the family of the deceased and to arrange for the repatriation of the body for religious rites. The exact cause of the fall is still under investigation by local authorities.

Conclusion

These incidents highlight the urgent need for mental health support and safety measures, particularly for visitors and residents dealing with personal crises. As investigations continue, both cases underscore the importance of addressing underlying issues and providing timely assistance to those in distress.