BANGKOK – A spokesperson for the Royal Thai Police told a press briefing that Pol. Gen. Kitirat Panphet, Commissioner General of Police, has instructed a meticulous investigation into the “Nong Angun” case, stressing strict compliance with juvenile law to ensure fairness to all parties.
The Commissioner General emphasized a thorough and complete collection of evidence, particularly concerning the juvenile offenders, and stressed the importance of strict adherence to juvenile laws.
On June 6, 2026, Thai police in Kanchanaburi province announced a tragic breakthrough in the death of a 7-year-old girl affectionately known as “Nong Angun.” Authorities revealed that the young girl was suffocated by her 14-year-old half-sister on May 30 at their family home in the border district of Sangkhlaburi.
Afterward, a 17-year-old male accomplice concealed the victim’s body in a nearby forest. Thailand’s National Police Chief has ordered a strict, transparent investigation that closely adheres to juvenile protection laws, as the local community mourns this heartbreaking family tragedy.
A Community’s Nightmare: Disappearance and Discovery
The timeline of this distressing case began on Thursday, May 30, 2026. Nong Angun mysteriously vanished from her home in the Ti Khrong village area of Prang Phle Subdistrict. Her sudden disappearance immediately sparked deep concern among her family and residents, who quickly rallied to search the surrounding areas.
Tragically, the community’s desperate search ended in sorrow just two days later. On the morning of June 1, around 10:00 AM, officers from the Sangkhlaburi Police Station received a devastating report. Searchers had discovered the lifeless body of Nong Angun hidden in a dense bamboo grove inside a local rubber plantation. The grim discovery site was located just 600 meters away from her own home.
Because of the victim’s very young age and the mysterious circumstances surrounding her death, the case quickly drew national media attention. Thailand’s National Police Chief, Police General Kitrat Phanphet, stepped in to personally oversee the formation of a specialized investigative task force.
He was joined by several senior officials, including Deputy Police Chief Pol. Gen. Thana Chuwong, commanders from Provincial Police Region 7, Border Patrol Police Unit 134, and forensic experts. This joint team worked tirelessly to gather evidence, interview over 40 witnesses, and determine the exact cause of death. Initially, reports indicated there were no obvious external wounds or signs of a struggle on the young girl’s body, which made the forensic evidence crucial to solving the mystery.
The Shocking Truth: What Happened to Nong Angun?
After days of intensive evidence gathering, the investigative team reached a heartbreaking conclusion on June 6. Police confirmed they had sufficient evidence to name two juvenile suspects who lived in the same household as the victim.
According to the official police statement, the fatal event occurred just after midday on May 30. A 14-year-old girl, identified in reports by the pseudonym “D.Y. Bee,” who is the victim’s half-sister, used both of her hands to press down firmly over Nong Angun’s mouth and nose. This suffocation lasted for approximately two to three minutes, tragically resulting in the 7-year-old’s death.
Following the incident, a 17-year-old male, identified as “Mr. A,” helped to cover up the crime. He placed Nong Angun’s body into a large rice sack. Using a sidecar motorcycle, he transported the victim to the bamboo forest opposite the local Khao Yai Shrine, where he abandoned the body. To destroy the evidence, he then completely burned the sack before returning home and keeping the horrific secret to himself.
Criminal Charges and Juvenile Law Guidelines
Because both suspects are minors, the police are handling the situation with strict adherence to Thailand’s juvenile justice laws. However, the severity of the incident has led to very serious criminal charges. Based on the gathered evidence, authorities have outlined the following legal actions:
- Intentional Murder: The 14-year-old half-sister faces charges of intentionally killing another person, which is a direct violation of Section 288 of the Thai Criminal Code.
- Concealing a Corpse: The 17-year-old male faces charges of hiding, moving, or destroying a body to cover up a death, violating Section 199 of the Criminal Code.
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Phiwphan, acting as the spokesperson for the Royal Thai Police, assured the public that justice will be served fairly. He noted that the National Police Chief has explicitly directed all officers to conduct the inquiry with extreme care.
Because the perpetrators are youths, the legal process requires specialized procedures. This includes mandatory supervision by social workers, psychologists, and legal advocates during all interrogations.
Region 7 Police and the Sangkhlaburi Police Station have publicly committed to providing fairness to all parties involved. As the Kanchanaburi community tries to heal from this shocking internal family crime, law enforcement continues to wrap up the final details of their investigation to ensure the legal process is respected.
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