Skeletal Remains Identified as Missing Fisherman
Skeletal remains found in a wooded area near Nakhon Ratchasima have been identified as a 45-year-old fisherman missing for 10 days; police await autopsy results to determine the cause of death.
NAKHON RATCHASIMA — 13 July 2026: Police are investigating the death of a 45-year-old man whose skeletal remains were found behind a village in Sikhiu district after he had been missing for about 10 days.
Officers from Sikhiu Police Station responded after villagers reported finding human skeletal remains in a wooded area behind Non Kum village, Moo 2, Mittraphap subdistrict. Rescue workers and relevant authorities were dispatched to examine the scene.
The deceased was identified as Khane Ngamphonkrang, 45. His body had decomposed, leaving skeletal remains along with clothing and personal belongings.
Relatives who arrived at the scene identified the remains based on the personal items found nearby, confirming they belonged to Khane, who had been reported missing since 30 June 2026.
The remains were sent to Sikhiu Hospital for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
A relative said Khane regularly went fishing and had searched for him every day after he disappeared. During the initial search, the family found his motorcycle parked near the area where the remains were later discovered but could not locate him.
The family continued searching until villagers reported finding skeletal remains. Upon arriving at the scene, they recognized Khane's bag and personal belongings, confirming his identity.
Police said they are continuing their investigation and will await the autopsy results before determining the cause of death.
