Thailand shocker: Six tourists found dead at luxury hotel in Bangkok, PM orders probe
Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel in Bangkok | Wikimedia Commons
Six foreign nationals were found dead at the Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel in Bangkok on Tuesday (July 16). Among the deceased is at least one American of Vietnamese descent, according to the Thai government. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has ordered an investigation of the incident to ensure that it does not impact Thailand's tourism sector.
The Thai police confirmed in a separate statement that all six victims were foreign nationals. The incident at the luxury hotel, located in a bustling tourist district known for high-end shopping and dining, comes as Thailand aims to boost its tourism industry, a key driver of Southeast Asia's second-largest economy.
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"The prime minister has ordered all agencies to urgently take action to avoid impact on tourism," the government said in an official readout.
Contrary to initial reports by local media, a police official, speaking on condition of anonymity, dismissed claims that the deaths were the result of a shooting. "There is no sign of a shooting," the official told Reuters, confirming that Vietnamese nationals were among the deceased but providing no further details.
Both the US and Vietnamese embassies in Bangkok are yet to respond over the incident.
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According to the police statement, officers discovered the bodies after receiving a call from the hotel's staff around 5:30 pm (local time) reporting the deaths.
The Grand Hyatt Erawan, which boasts over 350 rooms, has not responded on the incident.
Thailand's tourism sector is a vital part of its economy, with over 28 million foreign tourists visiting last year. It contributes about 1.2 trillion baht ($33.71 billion) in revenue. The government expects 35 million foreign arrivals this year, thanks to longer visa stays and waivers for several nationalities.
This incident follows a shooting spree last October at a nearby luxury shopping mall, where two foreigners were killed.
(With inputs from agencies)