A 35-year-old Scottish foreign language teacher at a secondary school in Phatthalung province was found dead at his rented accommodation in Khuan Khanun district on 7 June 2026. Police believe he had been dead for at least 24 hours before his body was discovered.
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The discovery was made at around 10am when police from Khuan Khanun Police Station responded to reports of a death at a rented property. Officers were joined by investigators, forensic police from Phatthalung, a duty doctor from Khuan Khanun Hospital and rescue workers.
The deceased, identified only as Mr A, was a Scottish national who worked as a foreign language teacher at a well-known secondary school in Phatthalung. Authorities found no signs of physical assault on the body or at the scene.
According to the initial investigation, police believe the teacher may have been experiencing personal problems. Colleagues told officers that he had not shared any such concerns with fellow teachers at the school.
A colleague reported that the school’s caretaker became concerned after noticing that the teacher had not left his room despite being late. The caretaker reportedly looked through a partially opened window and saw the teacher inside, before running to alert other staff members and contacting police.
Fellow teachers described the deceased as a cheerful and sociable person. One colleague said it was difficult to understand what he may have been thinking privately and that they had not expected such an outcome.
Police and forensic officers examined the scene and gathered evidence as part of the investigation. Medical personnel also attended to confirm the circumstances surrounding the death.
Khaosod reported that authorities have not reported any evidence of foul play. Investigators will continue to review the circumstances leading up to the death as part of standard procedures.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 8 June 2026