An 18-year-old jet ski worker has died after falling into the sea while delivering a jet ski to a customer at Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, Chon Buri, on 29 June 2026 at 09:30 authorities said. Lifeguards and rescue teams were deployed to search the waters, recovered the victim from the sea, and attempted CPR before a hospital doctor confirmed his death.
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The incident had prompted a temporary restriction of the immediate search area along the beach. Emergency teams maintained presence until the scene was fully cleared.
The victim, identified as Mr Chatchai, 18, was working as a boat crew member for a jet ski operator. According to colleagues, he had taken a jet ski out to deliver it to a customer when he disappeared from view.
Moments later, staff noticed the jet ski floating unattended offshore and raised the alarm, prompting a coordinated search effort. No witnesses directly observed the moment of the incident . He was working for a local jet ski rental service at the time.
Police at Pattaya City Police Station attended the scene and began an initial investigation, documenting evidence and interviewing witnesses. Authorities said the cause of death has not yet been established and remains under investigation.
Possible factors under consideration include falling from the jet ski, losing consciousness in the water, or underlying health issues, pending a full forensic post-mortem examination. Officers secured the area while evidence was collected.
Further inquiries will continue once medical examination results are available, with police expected to review operational safety procedures linked to jet ski services in the area. The findings will determine whether any additional safety measures or regulatory actions are required.
Amarin reported that authorities will continue to review safety compliance in jet ski operations at popular tourist beaches. Results of the post-mortem will guide further reporting on the incident.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 30 June 2026