Thailand is known for its beautiful beaches, its impressively built ruins and monuments some of which are made out of gold. Around 2.5 million tourists visit the country despite the political conflicts and protests early in the year. However, would the number of tourists decrease after the death of two British tourist killed in Thailand 2014?
Unfortunately, the British tourists who visited Thailand, the vacation did not bode well. The bodies of the British tourist killed in Thailand 2014 were found in the southern area of the country. The victims have been identified as David Miller, 24-years old from Great Yarmouth, Norfolk and Hannah Witheridge, 23-years old from Jersey, Channel Islands.
The British tourist killed in Thailand 2014 were found at Koh Tao beach, which is known for its tranquil beaches and diving sites. According to reports, the two had just met that night during the Full Moon Party held Sunday evening, which was attended by around fifty people.
Both British tourist killed in Thailand 2014 were bludgeoned to death. A bloody hoe was located near the bodies of Miller and Witheridge. Miller was chopped in the head both on the back and the side while Witheridge was chopped in the face. Reports add that Hannah Witheridge could have been raped.
There have been no immediate suspects identified in the death of the British tourist killed in Thailand 2014. Locals have been outraged by the death and have aided in the investigation by blocking off its piers to prevent the escape of the suspect.
The investigation continues behind the death of the British tourist killed in Thailand 2014. Closed circuit TV footage around the area have been reviewed by the officials in the hopes of locating a possible suspect.
"The embassy are urgently seeking information from the local authorities and consular staff stand ready to provide assistance to friends and family at this tragic time," stated the UK Foreign Office with regards to the incident of the British tourist killed in Thailand 2014.
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