Tragic Discovery in Udon Thani: Woman Found Dead in Her Bedroom
A 49-year-old woman was found dead in her locked bedroom in Udon Thani's Dang housing estate, decomposed after at least five days; police detected no signs of foul play.
A tragic discovery unfolded in Udon Thani's Dang housing estate on May 25, 2569, when police responded to a report of a deceased person found inside a single-story residence. Deputy Inspector Thongphop Khamjai from Muang Udon Thani Police Station coordinated with rescue workers from Saang Metta Tham Udon Thani Foundation and medical examiners from Udon Thani Hospital to investigate.
Authorities found both the front and bedroom doors locked from the inside, requiring them to cut the locks and force entry. Inside, they discovered the body of Ms. Deuean Ttem Kaew Loy, 49, the homeowner, lying naked on her bed. The decomposed body had begun to emit a strong odor throughout the residence, with rescue personnel needing to light incense to help mitigate the smell before beginning body recovery operations. Medical examiners determined the victim had been deceased for at least five days, though no signs of struggle or physical assault were evident. Police have contacted relatives and transferred the body to Udon Thani Hospital pending family arrangements.
According to neighbor Pairojn, 47, who discovered the body, the victim had lived alone in the house for over a decade and regularly left to perform merit-making activities, particularly on holy days. However, for approximately one week prior, she had not been seen leaving, and her motorcycle remained parked in the yard while her fan and air conditioner continued running. When a Buddhist holy day passed without her usual appearance, Pairojn investigated and detected a strong odor emanating from the residence. He noticed an unlocked window, peered through the curtains, and was shocked to find her lying deceased inside.
"When I walked over to look through the window, the smell was very strong," Pairojn recounted. "When I moved the curtains aside, I was shocked to see her lying naked and already decomposed. I believe she had been dead for many days. Personally, I wasn't frightened because I was close with her."
Neighbors described the deceased as a friendly, cheerful, and sociable woman who regularly greeted those around her. She had no children and was believed to work in a restaurant business during evening hours. Her siblings were thought to reside in Nam Sohm District, Udon Thani Province. Police will continue investigating the cause of death thoroughly, while neighbors expressed their sorrow over the tragic incident. Pairojn concluded with a solemn wish: "If her spirit can understand, may she find peace and have no more worries."
