BANGKOK – Six people, including four Vietnamese nationals, were found dead in the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand on Tuesday, according to local sources. The victims were discovered in a room with no signs of a struggle, and their luggage was found near the front door. Initial investigations have identified the victims as two Vietnamese nationals who held American citizenship, along with four Vietnamese citizens. Based on the initial evidence discovered at the scene, it is suspected that the six victims may have died as a result of poisoning. Speaking to Vietnam News Agency correspondents based in Bangkok, Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Phạm Việt Hùng said that embassy officials are working with local authorities to verify the incident and to carry out necessary citizen protection measures.

Source: Viet Nam News July 16, 2024 15:45 UTC