A tragic incident at a luxury hotel in Pattaya has left tourists in shock after a German national fell to his death. Authorities are now investigating the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate event, which took place on the morning of June 5, 2024.
The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya Rescue Radio Centre received reports early this morning of an individual falling from a height at a five-star hotel near Pattaya Beach, located in the Nong Prue Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri Province. Following the report, the centre swiftly coordinated with Thanya Udtong, an investigator from Pattaya City Police Station, and Pattaya Tourist Police, as well as rescue volunteers, to respond to the scene.
Upon arrival, both Thai and foreign tourists were visibly distressed as they watched the tragic event unfold. Hotel staff worked to manage the crowd, pushing onlookers away from the area and setting up metal barriers to secure the site. Approximately 10 meters from where the body was found, a white tent was used to cover the deceased.
The victim was later identified as Martin Bernhard R., a 57-year-old German national. He had been staying at the luxurious hotel next to the shopping mall where his body was discovered. It was determined that he was staying in room 3303 on the 33rd floor. Police found no signs of struggle or theft in his room, only allergy medication, which was collected as evidence.
A staff member, who wished to remain anonymous, reported witnessing the body fall from the building and land near the entrance of the shopping mall, causing significant alarm among those present. Once the situation was brought under control, non-essential personnel were kept away from the scene, and police commenced their investigation.
Investigator Thanya initially reported the incident to Commander Navin Theerawit from Pattaya City Police Station. Coordination with the investigative police unit and forensic officers from Chon Buri’s second district is ongoing to determine the exact cause of death. The motive behind this tragic event remains unclear and is under investigation.
“This is a very unfortunate incident, and we are committed to finding the truth behind it,” a police spokesperson stated.
This incident marks the fourth such tragedy this month. The first occurred on June 1, involving a 23-year-old Thai man. The second, on June 3, involved a 38-year-old Russian tourist, and the third, on June 4, involved a 43-year-old American tourist.
Several officials and stakeholders were present during the investigation, highlighting the collaborative effort to uncover the truth behind this disturbing pattern of incidents.