In a shocking discovery, a team of divers found a black plastic barrel filled with cement and a body inside in the Mabprachan reservoir in Pattaya on May 11, 2024. The body is believed to be that of Mr. Roh Eui Jong, a 34-year-old South Korean man who went missing in Bangkok on May 7.
Mr. Roh’s mother had contacted the police, stating that her son had been kidnapped for ransom. She received a call from a mysterious person who demanded 3 million baht, threatening to kill Mr. Roh if she did not comply.
The police quickly set up an investigation team and discovered that Mr. Roh had a Thai wife. She last saw him on May 2 at a pub in the RCA area of Bangkok. CCTV footage showed two Korean men escorting Mr. Roh into a rented car heading towards Pattaya.
On May 4, around 9 p.m., the pickup truck was seen driving out of the accommodation with a black cloth cover and a black object in the back. The police traced CCTV footage and found that this vehicle went to buy a black plastic barrel and rope at a store to prepare.
The police then sent divers into the reservoir and found the suspected body of Mr. Roh. Currently, the police have identified two suspects, one of whom has fled the country.
This incident highlights the importance of taking immediate action when a loved one goes missing or is kidnapped. The police are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward and help with the investigation.
The South Korean embassy in Thailand has also been informed of the incident and is working closely with the Thai authorities to identify the body and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The case has sent shockwaves through the South Korean community in Thailand, with many expressing their condolences and anger over the incident. The police have assured the public that they are doing everything in their power to solve the case and ensure the safety of all tourists in Thailand.
In conclusion, the discovery of a body in a barrel in Pattaya is a tragic reminder of the importance of taking immediate action when a loved one goes missing. The police are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward and help with the investigation. The South Korean embassy in Thailand is also working closely with the Thai authorities to identify the body and bring the perpetrators to justice.