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An 82-year-old man was found dead in his home garage after reportedly taking his own life due to health-related stress. Authorities believe the man's declining physical condition led to the tragic incident.

 

On December 13, officers from Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat Police Station, accompanied by forensic doctors and rescue personnel, responded to a report of a suicide at a residence in the Pho Sadet Subdistrict. Upon arrival at the single- story home, situated in a fruit orchard, they discovered the deceased, identified as Mr. Aied, seated face-down near the back garage.

 

Nearby, authorities found the deceased's walking frame, glasses, and shoes. A nylon rope was still tied to a roof beam in the garage. A preliminary autopsy revealed bruising on the neck but no signs of foul play. The death was estimated to have occurred within the previous five hours.

 

Relatives informed investigators that Mr. Aied had been in good health and active in managing the family orchard until recently. He had begun experiencing severe breathing difficulties, fatigue, and weakness, necessitating the use of a four-legged walking frame, to move around. On the morning of the incident, his children left for work as usual, while his wife, who is also in poor health, remained indoors. A relative visiting the house later discovered Mr. Aied's body in the garage.

 

Police suspect that the elderly man, distressed by his health struggles, decided to end his life. He reportedly tied a nylon rope to a 2-meter bamboo pole, secured it to a garage beam, and attempted to hang himself. However, investigators believe the rope may have loosened, causing him to fall and succumb to asphyxiation.

 

Relatives did not suspect foul play and have accepted the cause of death. After the examination, the body was released to the family for funeral rites.

 

If you or anyone you know is in emotional distress, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand 24-hour hotline: 02 713 6791 (English), 02 713 6793 (Thai) or the Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). Please also contact your friends or relatives at this time if you have feelings of loneliness, stress or depression. Seek help.

 

-- 2024-12-15