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A body was discovered partially buried in a palm plantation in Trang province, Thailand. Identified through a driving licence found on the remains, the deceased is believed to be 33-year-old Taweechai Promsangchan. It is suspected he had been dead for up to seven days.

 

On June 29 at around 6:30 pm, Police Lieutenant Nopphakorn Watthanakit from Mueang Trang Police Station was alerted to the grim discovery in a wooded area of Mueang district. The site, located 20 to 30 metres from the road, showed signs of motorcycle tyre tracks leading in.

 

Upon arrival, investigators found the man's left upper arm, distinguished by a tattoo, protruding from the ground. Rescuers uncovered the body, finding it positioned on its right side with the head facing south. The man was clad in a blue T-shirt and black Nike sweatpants, and was barefoot, with the body already in a decomposed state.

 

A black wallet containing a driving licence named Taweechai Promsangchan was found on the body, though confirmation of identity is still pending. Nearby, a white earphone case and a pair of black sandals were also recovered.

 

The body was discovered by a 16-year-old boy, referred to as A. While cutting grass in the plantation, he detected a foul smell and noticed the tattooed arm emerging from the soil. He quickly informed his aunt about the find.

 

A, who visits the plantation every fortnight, noted that during his previous visit one to two weeks ago, he had not seen any strangers in the area. On this occasion, he was forced to take an alternative route due to his motorcycle's low suspension, leading to the discovery of the body.

 

Preliminary assessments by medical professionals suggest death occurred no more than seven days prior. Whether the body shows signs of assault remains undetermined. The remains have been transported to Songkhla Nakarin Hospital in Hat Yai, Songkhla province, for a detailed autopsy to ascertain the cause of death.

 

The investigation continues as authorities seek to uncover the circumstances surrounding the death and any potential foul play involved.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-06-30

 

 

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