A Couple from USA Found Dead in Pattaya Hotel Room

11 minutes ago, TheFishman1 said:

I remember in CM there’s a very politically connected guy that owned the hotel in the city and they were using a poison chemical to get rid of the bug bedbugs instead of keeping the mattress outside for many days and then many people died there due to the poison used in the mattress after a while after a few people died there I think they tore down the hotel and the guy who owns it maybe it’s a parking lot or maybe build something else there but it’s really strange cause I think they said it was like an old list smell and there were some young people that actually died due to the dead bug poison I’m not saying this is the case ensure they found medicines the guy is 80+ years old and his wife 60+ years old sure there medicine is there TIT

What really happened.

AI Overview

In early 2011, several foreign tourists and a Thai guide died in Chiang Mai hotels, with investigations suggesting exposure to toxic chemicals or pesticides, notably chlor

. Traces of the toxic pesticide chlorpyrifos were allegedly found in rooms at the Downtown Inn, though an official investigation could not definitively identify the exact toxic agent.

BBC +2

Key Details of the 2011 Chiang Mai Hotel Deaths

• Deaths & Incidents: Between January and February 2011, two New Zealand tourists, a British couple, a US woman, and a Thai tour guide died after visiting or staying at the Downtown Inn, with other travelers falling ill.

• Suspected Cause: Investigations suggested pesticide use for bedbugs, with an investigation by New Zealand TV reportedly finding traces of the insecticide chlorpyrifos.

• Official Findings: A five-month investigation by Thai authorities and the WHO could not identify the exact cause but found it was likely a toxic chemical, gas, or pesticide.

• Controversy: Critics have pointed out "loose controls" over chemical use in Thailand's hospitality industry, noting similar subsequent cases involving toxic chemicals in hotel settings, such as the 2009 deaths of two tourists from phosphine poisoning.

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Note: There was a separate, high-profile case involving six deaths due to cyanide poisoning at a Bangkok hotel in 2024, which is distinct from the 2011 Chiang Mai cases.

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The Downtown Inn which is located right near the Night Bazaar is still open and popular to this day.

2 hours ago, Maejo Man said:

Except the all pervading stench from the carpet and any curtains they have not replaced.

Why would you suggest that they would not replace anything that was causing a stench in the room?

2 hours ago, flyingfox1 said:

not many hotels have carpets for that very reason lol

Most half-decent hotels have carpets.

100 years ago 65 year of age might be considered old, but do to better health and more, 65 years of age today is what we call middel age. Old would be after 80.

1 hour ago, Ralf001 said:

Yep, nitrogen asphyxiation.

Everything needed is readily available.

Let me know if you would like sell your bike before you go.

Rest in Peace. There must have been choices made between the two folks and after all the Doctor Googles on here have to say their say, it doesn’t bring them back does it? . They are gone why belittle them now? Compassion is a good thing imo

3 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

yeah...........I consider 65 to be old.

As a nearly 72 year old I consider you well out of order.

4 hours ago, redwood1 said:

Errrr...The lady was only 65....Much younger than plenty of posters here.

Maybe she didn't feel able to carry on without her partner. People take their lives for much less. She may have been the one with life threatening health issues and her partner wanted to go with her.

Hmmm. Die in Pattaya or go back to the currently screwed up royally facist USA. Hmmm.

So no chamber maid attempted to clean the room each day ??

2 hours ago, fredwiggy said:

What would they do with many of the locals having many if not most of those conditions?

Up to the person demanding that immediate actions be taken to discourage at risk people from entering Thailand. Perhaps the critic would like to offer social activities? One of the characteristics of the suicide prone is social isolation. Personally, I can understand why some people wish to be left alone. My friend came over to watch the Turkmenistan - Thailand match last night and had to share his insights on football, the conflict on the border, and how no one outside of Bangkok knows how to drive properly. It was exhausting.

1 hour ago, marin said:

The Downtown Inn which is located right near the Night Bazaar is still open and popular to this day.

It was demolished in 2012 after the deaths.

https://www.newsflare.com/video/96555/downtown-inn-demolition?origin=insecticide

1 minute ago, Patong2021 said:

Up to the person demanding that immediate actions be taken to discourage at risk people from entering Thailand. Perhaps the critic would like to offer social activities? One of the characteristics of the suicide prone is social isolation. Personally, I can understand why some people wish to be left alone. My friend came over to watch the Turkmenistan - Thailand match last night and had to share his insights on football, the conflict on the border, and how no one outside of Bangkok knows how to drive properly. It was exhausting.

True, although many things people suffer from aren't apparent, especially right off. Immigration is a slow enough process, especially at peak times, and they must get tired going through all the documents. Adding checking for things would take a lot more time, and many people can BS their way through things, especially mental illnesses and depression.

Some of the worst criminals are smart and have money, so they can fool many, while some slow and uneducated might be the safest people coming in. True also on people coming over for a beer and complaining about things you already know full well about. All you can do is let them know that way, hoping they don't keep going on and on. Communication is great as long as it's not all one sided. This is the major complaint women have about men. "He never talks, or listens".

3 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

Crikey, I reckon there'd only be a hand full of us allowed entry. Even the female foreigners are screwed up

Fatty with the boobs out seems like a good sort 😍

1 hour ago, marin said:

What really happened.

AI Overview

In early 2011, several foreign tourists and a Thai guide died in Chiang Mai hotels, with investigations suggesting exposure to toxic chemicals or pesticides, notably chlor

. Traces of the toxic pesticide chlorpyrifos were allegedly found in rooms at the Downtown Inn, though an official investigation could not definitively identify the exact toxic agent.

BBC +2

Key Details of the 2011 Chiang Mai Hotel Deaths

• Deaths & Incidents: Between January and February 2011, two New Zealand tourists, a British couple, a US woman, and a Thai tour guide died after visiting or staying at the Downtown Inn, with other travelers falling ill.

• Suspected Cause: Investigations suggested pesticide use for bedbugs, with an investigation by New Zealand TV reportedly finding traces of the insecticide chlorpyrifos.

• Official Findings: A five-month investigation by Thai authorities and the WHO could not identify the exact cause but found it was likely a toxic chemical, gas, or pesticide.

• Controversy: Critics have pointed out "loose controls" over chemical use in Thailand's hospitality industry, noting similar subsequent cases involving toxic chemicals in hotel settings, such as the 2009 deaths of two tourists from phosphine poisoning.

  BBC +5

Note: There was a separate, high-profile case involving six deaths due to cyanide poisoning at a Bangkok hotel in 2024, which is distinct from the 2011 Chiang Mai cases.

YouTube +1

The Downtown Inn which is located right near the Night Bazaar is still open and popular to this day.

When were you last there?

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cjyS8GwHnrakS9dL7

At least one of them could not walk, and used a wheel chair.

Seems reasonable if quality of life had become significantly deteriorated.

85 is no spring chicken.

4 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

yeah...........I consider 65 to be old.

Age is relative. What matters here is that she was 20 years younger than her companion, so much less likely to die from a sudden heart attack or be terminally ill.

Could be that her companion was at death's door, and she decided to "leave" with him.

1 minute ago, roo860 said:

When were you last there?

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cjyS8GwHnrakS9dL7

Wow 2011. I can remember when this was big news in the old Thai Visa. The detectives of the forum were out in full force offering their conspiracy claims.. Sad tragedy.

4 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said:

The next guest booking will know nothing about the this incident in that room in exactly the same way that most of us who have ever booked a hotel room have no idea what went on in that room before we booked it yet stayed in it quite happily.

4 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said:

A ruined mattress that will be replaced by a new mattress, nothing needs hosing off.

OP says they were on the floor.

Mattress is good!

1 hour ago, Liverpool Lou said:

Most half-decent hotels have carpets.

Most in Thailand and other tropical areas use tile or wood, being much easier to maintain in the humid climes, along with the ones near beach areas, sand not being good for carpeting. Some of the 5 stars do have carpeting but most of the others won't. This is also happening in other areas because of the ease of maintenance. Mold and dust mites are a huge concern for carpet owners.

4 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

yeah...........I consider 65 to be old.

I call it an age that is approaching old. My description of old is someone that cannot either do low level physical work, cannot play any sports at any level of physical activity and lastly have amazing s.e.x.

3 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

Yep, nitrogen asphyxiation.

Everything needed is readily available.

Scientist here - absolutely wrong gas for that purpose (think gag/fight for air reflex). Think party balloons instead....

Good grief! Obviously, they came here for a dignified death and couldn't bear the thought of living without each other. Happy for them. No crying necessary. Everybody deserves a choice.

They even brought their own death drug. I'd like to know what it is so, when the time comes, I can make my choice, too. Good on 'em. RIP

5 hours ago, redwood1 said:

Let us know if you think 65 is old when your 64 lol....

You're only as old as the woman your feeling

6 hours ago, What to do now said:

My curiousity is what kind of reputation or national image does Thailand have to have, that people who want to off themselves or commit crime gravitate to Thailand now? Is the Thai government so clueless as to how people view Thailand ? Do they honestly really believe Thailand is seen as a " family friendly destination "? 🤔

Obviously, it was indeed a family-friendly vaction for these two.

Would you rather die in Montana in the winter???

Thailand is a great place to check out and I hope one day to do the same.

5 hours ago, redwood1 said:

The balcony jumpers may leave quite a mess but at least they are sparing others from having to deal with decaying body stench.

That smell which, in case you did not know, is incredibly hard to get out of a room or house...The smell gets into everything and lingers for a very long time...

Why Sea Shepherd lobbed bottles of it onto Japanese whaling ships.

6 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

yeah...........I consider 65 to be old.

And you Mr Ralf, when is your birth year?

Just now, wil iam not said:

And you Mr Ralf, when is your birth year?

None of your business.

Go pester someone else.

4 minutes ago, unblocktheplanet said:

Obviously, it was indeed a family-friendly vaction for these two.

Would you rather die in Montana in the winter???

Thailand is a great place to check out and I hope one day to do the same.

Check out has quite a few meanings. Do you mean FINAL check ouy?

5 hours ago, Liverpool Lou said:

The next guest booking will know nothing about the this incident in that room in exactly the same way that most of us who have ever booked a hotel room have no idea what went on in that room before we booked it yet stayed in it quite happily.

But...could be goats haunting that room!