A 21-year-old British woman has been arrested in Thailand after allegedly fatally stabbing her 34-year-old boyfriend, a cannabis farm operator, according to local media reports. The incident occurred in a luxury rental home in the Pattaya area, a beachside region known for its large expat population and nightlife. Police officers found the victim’s body in a bathroom attached to a bedroom with several stab wounds, and believe he had been dead for six hours before their arrival.
The woman was found sitting near the body, and a 50cm machete-like knife was discovered washed clean in a sink. The woman claimed her partner had injured himself, but investigators found inconsistencies in her account. The victim’s body appeared to have been moved, and bloodstains and signs of a struggle were found throughout the house.
The woman, who has red hair, was seen sitting on a couch in a large room with purple curtains, and was later questioned by police outside the home. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has confirmed that it is supporting the families of two British nationals in Thailand and is in contact with the local authorities. Thailand has seen a rise in cannabis-related businesses since its legalization in 2022, although laws were introduced last year banning recreational use.
Despite this, marijuana is still widely sold across the country.
