Teacher Suspected of Murdering Husband as He Slept After Missing Mental Health Medication

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture from responders.

 

A shocking murder took place in a rural home in Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, when a woman allegedly killed her husband while he was asleep. Authorities were alerted to the grisly incident around midday on January 20, when the body of 58-year-old Mr. Prasit, the deceased, was found with severe neck wounds, believed to have been inflicted with a sharp object. His 54-year-old wife, Mrs. Somchit, was found at the scene, calmly observing the body.

 

Upon investigation, police found a bloodstained axe and kitchen knife inside the house, which are suspected to have been used in the crime. Additionally, a bloodied blanket, mattress, and other belongings were found neatly arranged on a haystack behind the house, seemingly prepared for disposal by burning.

 

Mr. Sak, the victim’s 77-year-old father, spoke of his son’s peaceful nature, stating that Mr. Prasit had never been involved in any major conflicts. He mentioned that Mrs. Somchit, a kindergarten teacher in the area, had a long history of mental health issues and was under regular medication. When she missed her medication, she would often become disoriented and incoherent, though he noted she had never been violent before.

 

The couple had been married for over 30 years and had three children. Initial suspicions point to Mrs. Somchit as the likely perpetrator, with relatives suggesting that her recent failure to take her psychiatric medication may have contributed to a violent episode.

 

Mrs. Somchit’s behaviour during questioning was erratic, and she seemed unaware of the gravity of the situation. Her relatives revealed that her condition had worsened in recent days. On January 17, she had been taken to see a doctor, and an appointment for January 20 was scheduled to receive her medication. Tragically, the murder occurred before she could receive treatment.

 

Mr. Chakrapan, the victim’s brother-in-law, recalled that he and his wife had visited the house earlier in the day to tend to the family’s cattle. When they arrived, they noticed the front door slightly ajar, and upon entering, they discovered Mr. Prasit’s lifeless body. Mr. Chakrapan attempted to revive him but found his body cold, indicating that he had been dead for some time. At that point, Mrs. Somchit reportedly embraced him and spoke incoherently, which raised further suspicions about her involvement.

 

The police investigation has revealed that there were no signs of forced entry to the house, and the only blood found at the scene was from the victim. Authorities are currently examining the evidence to confirm the cause of death and determine whether Mrs. Somchit will face charges.

 

According to Police Colonel Thatchapong Phromma, Head of Kantharalak Police Station, they are in the process of collecting more evidence to apply for an arrest warrant. The police are working with the family and local community to piece together the events leading to this incident.

 

-- 2025-01-21

 

 

[Gottfrid]

Can´t care less if she is mentally ill without medication and kill her husband. My thoughts that bothers me, is how she can be allowed to teach.

[watchcat]

1 hour ago, Gottfrid said:

how she can be allowed to teach

 

She was a kindergarten teacher, how much do they teach?

[Gottfrid]

46 minutes ago, watchcat said:

 

She was a kindergarten teacher, how much do they teach?

Does that matter? I don´t think you understood the problem. A mentally instable person, who suddenly goes off her meds and kill her husband. Do you consider that a good person to place with children?

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Can´t care less if she is mentally ill without medication and kill her husband. My thoughts that bothers me, is how she can be allowed to teach.

in a nutshell.... TiT

[Justanotherone]

is it was a western 2 person matrass, no way she could have carried that out herself... smells fishy

[Watawattana]

2 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Does that matter? I don´t think you understood the problem. A mentally instable person, who suddenly goes off her meds and kill her husband. Do you consider that a good person to place with children?

If she's on her meds then she should be okay?  She should be okay to teach or carry out another job.  The issue is her going off her meds and how that was allowed to happen by her family or doctor.  Maybe her husband was going to dob her in, hence the attack.  No idea.  But I know that (normally) people with mental health issues who are on their meds can normally perform reasonably well.

[thenewgoo]

10 hours ago, watchcat said:

She was a kindergarten teacher, how much do they teach?

I can't comment on this lady and her alleged actions. nor am I a Kindergarten teacher -  but I find your comments ignorant. You might be surprised to know that kindergarten teachers are caring, dedicated and professional people who positively shape the development of our children. Granted, not all are good teachers and granted not all come through world standard professional development systems - but don't underestimate the impact on education a  good Kindergarten teacher can have shaping these little gremlins!

[Gottfrid]

19 hours ago, Watawattana said:

The issue is her going off her meds and how that was allowed to happen by her family or doctor.

Seems to me, that you think people on medication are in chains. How could the family or the doctor see this before it was too late?

I agree with you, that people that are on their meds can work fairly normal, and should be able to do so. However, in my opinion they should have a work among adults that might have a chance to defend themselves. Not place instable persons working with children.

[Watawattana]

1 hour ago, Gottfrid said:

Seems to me, that you think people on medication are in chains. How could the family or the doctor see this before it was too late?

No, not correct.  I've no idea how you got to that assertion, but it doesn't matter.

 

The family can see it.  For sure.  And, according to the OP, the changed behaviour when she was off the meds was obvious.

 

Even hiding/flushing the pills to make it seem like they are being taken, the behavioural change can still be seen easily, and then it's easy to talk to a doctor or the police.  The doctor can visit and see for themselves. Or the police.  Not easy/practical if living separately of course, but that is not the case here according to the OP.  It seems that previously heads got buried in the sand when she was off the meds, or they though they could manage it themselves, and the family has paid for those mistakes dearly.

 

A very sad but wholly avoidable case.