Thai Police Arrest Two Kyrgyz Murder Suspects in Phuket

Thai police have arrested two Kyrgyz nationals in Phuket under an Interpol red notice for alleged kidnapping and murder, with authorities preparing to revoke their permission to stay and deport them. The suspects, identified as Mr Aiat, 26, and Mr Adilet, 26, were detained at a hotel in Patong, Kathu district, on 25 April 2026. Both men deny all charges.

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The operation was led by senior officers including Pol Lt Gen Nattasak Chawanasai and Pol Maj Gen Phatthanasak Bubphasuwan, who ordered investigators from the Crime Suppression Division to work with Phuket immigration police. Officers tracked the suspects after receiving intelligence that they had fled to Thailand and were hiding in a hotel. They were taken into custody without reported incident.

According to authorities, the arrests relate to an alleged crime committed on 11 April 2026 in Kyrgyzstan. The two suspects are accused of kidnapping a man identified as Mr Jiang, unlawfully detaining him and assaulting him, before killing him. Investigators allege the body was later dumped in a remote forest area in Archa, Alamudun district, Chuy province.

Following the incident, Kyrgyz authorities coordinated with the International Criminal Police Organization, Interpol, to issue a red notice seeking the suspects’ arrest. Thai police said they worked closely with international counterparts to monitor the suspects’ movements and confirm their presence in Phuket before carrying out the arrest.

During questioning, both suspects denied all allegations. Thai authorities are proceeding under immigration law, revoking their permission to stay in the country. Officials confirmed that deportation procedures are being prepared to return the men to Kyrgyzstan, where they are expected to face legal proceedings.

The case highlights ongoing international cooperation in tracking and apprehending fugitives across borders. Thai police emphasised their commitment to working with global law enforcement agencies to prevent Thailand from being used as a refuge for suspects wanted for serious crimes.

Thaitabloid reported that authorities said the next steps will involve completing legal procedures related to immigration violations and coordinating the transfer of the suspects back to Kyrgyzstan. Further details about the case are expected to be handled by Kyrgyz law enforcement once the suspects are returned.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 26 Apr 2026

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