Two foreign male tourists were found dead in a hotel room on Khao San Road in Bangkok on 7 April 2026, with police investigating the unexplained deaths after white powder was discovered scattered across the floor. Emergency responders attempted CPR but were unable to revive either man, who were pronounced dead at the scene.
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Police from Chana Songkhram station were alerted at around 13:00 and attended the hotel in Talat Yot subdistrict, Phra Nakhon district, alongside forensic officers and medical staff from Vachira Hospital. The deceased were identified as a 30-year-old South African man, the registered occupant of the room and a 38-year-old man from Latvia, who was registered as staying in a nearby room.
Both men were found lying on the floor near the bed, with no signs of a struggle in the room. Authorities reported the South African man, Mr. Andrew Kurger, was lying on his left side wearing a black T-shirt, black trousers and a black cap, while the Latvian man, Mr. Esverd Straja, was lying on his back wearing a black T-shirt and grey shorts.
A hotel staff member said the two men appeared to be friends and had checked in on 2 April 2026. When staff entered the room to clean it, they found both men unconscious and immediately contacted authorities.
Police reported that white powder was found scattered on the floor of the room and has been collected as evidence for further examination. Investigators have not yet determined the cause of death and are awaiting forensic analysis and autopsy results.
Authorities have stated that there were no visible signs of violence or forced entry, and initial findings suggest no immediate evidence of foul play. However, officials are continuing a full investigation to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Khaosod reported that the bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination, and the results are expected to clarify whether substances found at the scene played a role. Police are also reviewing hotel records, CCTV and any available evidence to build a clearer timeline of events.
Picture courtesy of Khaosod
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 8 Apr 2026