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Thai Tourist Missing in Laos; GPS Data Raises Alarm

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A family from Phetchabun is pleading for assistance as Tasanee, 41, went missing nearly four months ago in Vang Vieng, Laos, during a trip with her American husband. She was last heard from on December 30, 2025, when she posted a travel video. Her sister Thanyarat suspects foul play, citing a history of domestic issues between Tasanee and her husband, George.

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The couple traveled to Laos on December 22, entering through the Nong Khai border. Tasanee’s social media showed frequent travel updates until December 30, but George wasn't in any footage. George returned to Thailand alone in early January, claiming Tasanee stayed behind with friends. By mid-January, he left for the US, advising the family to contact his lawyer for details.

The Mirror Foundation, assisting the family, revealed disturbing information about a rental car used by the couple. The GPS showed it idled for over 40 minutes in a remote area by the Mekong River. Thanyarat noted increasing violence in recent years, alleging George had previously set fire to their house. George's statement to friends that he hadn't visited Thailand was contradicted by immigration records.

Efforts to recover deleted GPS data aim to identify the car’s precise location by the river. The investigation has faced delays due to George's departure, but the family seeks help from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and international bodies to find Tasanee.

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    Purdey Diamond Member

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    So they didn't arrest him or inform the US authorities to hold him? As her husband he had a role to play in ensuring her safety.

    soi3eddie Platinum Member

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    Went to Vang Vieng once. In 2011. Drove our Toyota Hilux Vigo truck from Bangkok to Luang Prabang and stopped for a day in Vang Vieng. Totally unaware of the reputation on the town. Stayed at the lovely Elephant Crossing hotel, sat on the deck and saw boats going up river. Hired a boat and driver. At first, totally enchanting with water buffaloe submerged in the river. Then tubers, with beers, cruising downstream. Turned a corner and OMG!, riverside bars with ziplines and loud sound systems. Total party and why not? Later, day turned to night and the town was a mess, smashed or stoned, or worse, 20yrs something western backpackers wandering out of their minds. Quite an experience. Was very worried about the state of some. Only later learned about the high death rate of westerners in Vang Vieng. As for the OP, I hope they get closure for the fate of Khun Tasanee. George, you need to communicate to her family!

    jacko45k Star Member

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    3 hours ago, soi3eddie said:

    Only later learned about the high death rate of westerners in Vang Vieng.

    There was a toxic alcohol poisoning issue there a whe back, methanol not ethanol I expect.

    tomazbodner Ruby Member

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    16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

    he left for the US, advising the family to contact his lawyer for details.

    Something an innocent person would say...

    Liverpool Lou Star Member

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    17 hours ago, Purdey said:

    So they didn't arrest him or inform the US authorities to hold him? As her husband he had a role to play in ensuring her safety.

    He'd already left for the States by the time that her disappearance involved authorities, as the article clearly reported.

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