A Sri Lankan national has been arrested and charged with murder following a fatal stabbing in Bangkok’s Prawet district. The victim, 23-year-old Adiman Hayeelapeh, died after being stabbed during an altercation in Soi Phatthanakan 61 on the night of 29 May 2026.
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Police from Prawet Police Station launched an investigation after receiving reports of an assault causing serious injuries at approximately 10.15pm. The victim was taken to Vibharam Hospital for treatment but later died from his injuries.
According to relatives and friends of the deceased who were present at the scene, the suspect, identified as Mr Abishek Raja, a Sri Lankan national, allegedly approached the group and attempted to attack one of the victim’s friends with a knife. When the victim intervened in an effort to stop the confrontation, he was allegedly stabbed in the left side of his torso.
Following the attack, the suspect reportedly fled the scene, taking the knife with him. Friends of the victim transported the injured man to hospital, where he later succumbed to his wounds.
Police were later informed that the suspect had returned to his accommodation in Soi Phatthanakan 76, also in Prawet district. Officers from the patrol and investigation units surrounded the property and carried out a search.
Mr Raja was located inside the residence and was found to be able to understand and speak Thai. Police said he admitted being the person responsible for stabbing the victim. Officers subsequently seized evidence and took him into custody.
Investigators stated that there was sufficient evidence to seek an arrest warrant. However, due to the urgent circumstances and concerns that the suspect might flee, interfere with evidence, or pose further danger, officers proceeded with an arrest without first obtaining a warrant.
The suspect was formally charged with murder and informed of his legal rights. Police said he acknowledged both the charge and his rights during the arrest process.
Thaitabloid reported that Mr Raja has been handed over to investigators at Prawet Police Station for further legal proceedings. The case remains under investigation as authorities continue the judicial process.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 31 May 2026