Nonthaburi Family's Death Linked to Carbon Monoxide

In the Bang Bua Thong district of Nonthaburi, a tragic discovery was made this morning. A husband, wife, and their seven-year-old daughter were found dead in their townhouse, with authorities suspecting carbon monoxide poisoning. A charcoal oven was discovered in their bedroom, pointing towards accidental poisoning as the likely cause.

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olice were alerted around 9:40 a.m. and collaborated with forensic experts from the Central Institute of Forensic Science and forensic officers for a scene investigation. The victims, a 31-year-old man employed as a civil engineering technician, his 32-year-old wife who was a legal officer, and their daughter, were found on their bed in a second-floor bedroom. Despite the air conditioning still running, a burnt-out clay stove was found at the foot of their bed. No signs of struggle or break-in were evident.

Concerns arose when the wife did not show up for work nor respond to calls, prompting a colleague to visit their home. After noticing unusual circumstances, she contacted the police, leading to the grim discovery. The bodies have been sent for a detailed post-mortem to confirm the cause of death.

Authorities continue to gather evidence at the scene. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, and experts stress the importance of proper ventilation when using charcoal indoors to prevent such tragedies.

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now · Thai PBS · 27 May 2026