A 21-year-old Chinese tourist died after drowning in a condominium swimming pool in the Jomtien area, in the early hours of 24 April 2026. Emergency responders were unable to revive him despite attempts at cardiopulmonary resuscitation at the scene. The incident occurred after the pool had closed for the night.
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At approximately 00:30, Pattaya’s Sawang Boriboon Rescue Centre received a report of a drowning at an upmarket condominium complex. Police officers and rescue volunteers were dispatched immediately to investigate. On arrival, they found the victim unconscious by the pool and began resuscitation efforts, but he was pronounced dead shortly afterwards.
The deceased was identified as Mr Shao Yihao, aged 21, a Chinese national. He was found wearing only underwear in a swimming pool with a depth of approximately 2 metres. Authorities confirmed that he had checked into a room on the 20th floor of the condominium earlier the same day.
According to Mr Ekkaluck Uppong, 46, who provided information at the scene, the condominium swimming pool closes daily at 22:00. Staff conduct routine security checks before leaving their assigned posts. He said a Chinese female friend of the victim returned from an errand and discovered Mr Shao floating in the water, prompting her to jump in, pull him from the pool and call for help.
It remains unclear when Mr Shao entered the pool, as the incident occurred after operating hours and no witnesses have come forward. Police said initial checks indicated standard procedures had been followed by staff prior to the discovery.
The body has been transferred to hospital for storage and autopsy, while authorities continue a detailed investigation into the cause of death. Officials are also working to contact the victim’s relatives to inform them of the incident and arrange further procedures.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now SiamChon 24 Apr 2026