The fact that there are a lot of people out there who still somehow defend them is even more unbelievable. Nick's mother Tracy Pearson, told Derby and South Derbyshire Coroner's Court in the U.K., she had "a gut feeling there was foul play". I definitely don't think I could handle actually seeing them. by potty Thu Oct 09, 2014 1:29 am, Post As we continue with our plans for our beautiful Hannah's 'party', our thoughts are with David Miller's family who are suffering the same indescribable agony. September 18: Police claim DNA from two men alongside that of Miss Witheridge has been discovered on a cigarette butt 50 yards from where the 23-year-old's body was found. Five days since the . He said: The police are capable of little more than extracting fines from foreigners and they are in the palms of the local big families on the island.. Copyright 2022 Cambodia Expats Online. The Ultimate Cambodian Currency Guide 2022: RIEL. I stumbled across these once a few years ago and I really wish I hadn't seen them. Excluding the black dahlia (elizabeth short) and the jack the ripper case, what crime scene photo's seriously disturb you. If we haven't already, we should delete the crime scene photo previously posted in a "spoiler", out of respect to the family's wishes. Traumatizing. "Time makes the pain of this horrendous tragedy no easier to bear," they said in a statement. They had been brutally beaten to death just a few feet away from their hotel rooms. 9 Oct 2014. But many cases appear very suspicious according to family members and insufficiently investigated. Elise went 1.5 miles (2.5km) through the jungle to Tanote Bay and took a room at the Poseidon Resort where she booked another ticket for Bangkok leaving on April 24. Police in Thailand investigating the murder of two British backpackers suspect they were killed by two fishermen who then fled in a boat as CCTV images showing the couples last fateful movements in Koh Tao came to light last night. He also had given no indications before his death, that he had suicidal thoughts. British Bricklayer Luke Miller, 26, was found at the bottom of a swimming pool at the Sunset Bar at Sairee Beach on January 6, 2016. They followed the animal and discovered that it had been feeding on Elise's remains, which were found among rocks behind the Tanote Family Bay Resort. Final moments: Dressed in a pink top and white skirt, the 23-year-old from Great Yarmouth, Norwich, strolls through Koh Tao with friends. When will the Beast from the East be at YOUR door? A local Western businessman though, who did not want to be named, criticised the police for allowing the boats to leave. Frenchman, Dimitri Povse, 29, was found hanging from the beam of a rented house on January 1, 2015. Edit: ah, I didnt realise you said crime scene photos, these were photos taken at the funeral. Could you please describe them? Lining people along the beach, they measured their feet in order to make a comparison to footprints left in the sand near the murdered Brits' bodies. After you reached Thailand and began your job I am certain that you would have explored Thailand and realized that what you saw in the streets and other parts of Thailand matches what was mentioned in the . If you enjoyed Oliver Sacks book, you might like this photo project. Prior to your posting to Thailand you must have received a report of this country in terms of its corruption, poverty, murder and crime rates. Zaw Lin and Wai Phyo (also known as Win Zaw Htun). Ms Horton, from Cardiff, was attacked by two Thai fishermen, Bualoi Posit, 23, and Wichai Somkhaoyai, 24, who had spent the evening drinking and swam ashore after watching porn. It has a population of around 1,500 people and the main settlement is Ban Mae Hat. Cambodia Expats Online: Forum | News | Information | Blog, Cambodia's Most Popular Expat Community Forums: Breaking News | Blogs | Nightlife | Khmer Culture | Information | Living, Working & Moving to Cambodia, Post The police quickly closed the inquiry, stating that he had drowned whilst swimming. They think our country is beautiful and safe and they can do whatever they want, wear bikinis wherever they like, the prime minister said. His remark appeared to blame murdered Briton Hannah Witheridge for exposing herself to a brutal attack on the paradise island of Koh Tao. The governor of the island said he had instructed the district chief to file criminal charges against the local online news outlet Samui Times in 2017 after it ran an article that questioned the police account of deaths and referred to Koh Tao as Death Island. She had no alcohol in her system. So sad though! The Samui Times believes that it is in the best interests of any visitor to the island to be aware of the numerous tourist deaths and the fact that many families of those who died on the island are not satisfied with police investigations.. Hannah and a friend were spotted on CCTV walking down the main strip of Koh Tao towards Choppers bar at 7pm on Sunday. Coincidentally, pictures of Bernd with a snake were to be found online. There is a suggestion Mr Miller was coming to her aid when he was also killed. Doubts lingered over the conviction of two migrant Burmese workers for the rape and murders, Zaw Lin and Wai Phyo (also known as Win Zaw Htun). Thailand's prime minister today apologised for suggesting tourists in bikinis made themselves more vulnerable - comments which provoked outrage around the world. Sister, 30, of murdered backpacker Hannah Witheridge dies Images of a migrant worker spotted later on the same CCTV tape are circulated, with police describing the man as a person of interest. "Life is too important to take seriously.". In an extraordinary outburst yesterday, General Prayuth Chan-O-Cha (right) suggested that only ugly tourists were safe when wearing beach wear. Jeffrey Epstein's island is becoming a tourist attraction in the Caribbean here's what the Wonder if anyone here can help. They were arrested, confessed and given life sentences. Murdaugh is heckled as he leaves court, Missing hiker buried under snow forces arm out to wave to helicopter, Incredible footage of Ukrainian soldiers fighting Russians in Bakhmut, Fleet-footed cop chases an offender riding a scooter, Two Russian tanks annihilated with bombs by Ukrainian armed forces, Isabel Oakeshott clashes with Nick Robinson over Hancock texts, Dozens stuck in car park as staff refuses to open gate for woman, Insane moment river of rocks falls onto Malibu Canyon in CA. by potty Thu Oct 09, 2014 1:08 am, Post It is claimed Miss Witheridge encountered her attackers, had a conversation with them and may have even shared a cigarette with them before being dragged to her death. Hannah Witheridge and David Miller scene pictures - Mirror Online I took your advice and read up on it instead of looking at the photos and I'm still disturbed. On February 16, 2015, Russian tourist Valentina Novozhyonova, 23, vanished from her hostel on Koh Tao. Her mother, Michele claimed that Elise used a fake name of 'Elise Dubuis' to check into the Triple B Bungalows next to Mae Head Pier on Koh Tao. I'm not even following that rabbit hole because all I had to read was Porsche Girl, I've seen it before and it's bad Just to clarifyshe was NOT a dui. At least eleven European tourists have died or disappeared there since 2014 and it is now described as Death Island or Murder Island. In September 2014, two European backpackers, Hannah Witheridge and David Miller were found murdered on Sairee Beach on Thailand's island of Koh Tao. David Miller & Hannah Witheridge murdered on Thailand Island, Re: David Miller & Hannah Witheridge murdered on Thai Island, http://www.bestgore.com/murder/british- -raped-05/, http://www.bestgore.com/murder/british- -raped-01/, http://www.nationmultimedia.com/nationa 43997.html, http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news es-4402767, http://www.mizzima.com/opinion/intervie to-his-son, Epstein's island: dubbed by locals as Pedophile Island and Orgy Island. (Pics), South Africans turn to Phnom Penh private investigator Declan Miller to get home, It is currently Sun Mar 05, 2023 11:56 am. "The past three weeks have been unimaginably difficult and there are no words that can adequately describe the heartache and despair that our family is experiencing. Never seen anything like it': Medics and care workers hits back at Matt Hancock by revealing Rishi Sunak told Matt Hancock that Dominic Cummings' time in Downing Street was 'a nightmare', new WhatsApp Madonna's Skid Row brother: For years the superstar, 64, was accused of shunning him. Bernd had also recently separated from his wife, Oey, a Koh Tao native, with whom he had a seven-year-old daughter, Bene, who had been living for the last two years with his sister, Monica, in Germany. The investigation of the Witheridge and Miller slayings was widely criticized as the crime scene was not properly secured, and questions were also raised about subsequent DNA testing. by General Mackevili Thu Oct 09, 2014 12:12 am, Post Submissions should outline a mystery and provide a link to a more detailed review of the case such as a Wiki article or news report. Koh Tao Mayor Chaiyan Thurasakul said the website is accused of damaging Koh Taos reputation by calling it Death Island. The Koh Tao murders involved the death of two British tourists in Thailand in 2014. Thailand is one of the worlds most popular tourist destinations with around 35 million visitors each year and promotes itself as the Land of Smiles. The government is sensitive to criticism that could undermine the countrys reputation. Derby coroner Louise Pinder said there was not enough evidence to say how he died and recorded an open verdict. September 16: DNA samples taken from the scene do not match those of any of a reported 12 suspects. This could technically be counted as a crime scene as she was DUI but the aftermath of Nikki Catsouras (Porsche girl) crash is engrained on my brain forever. The body had to be identified using dental records and previous X-rays. BBC's 1million star Zoe Ball, 52, lands big new payday for Abba show on ITV. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. While police ruled out foul play, Nick's family, who say officers did not investigate a single witness, believe he was murdered. Typically you won't see crime scene pictures on there, especially ones this brutal. Koh Tao Murders - Forensic Tales Hannah Witheridge, 23, from Norfolk and David Miller, 24, from Jersey had been murdered on the holiday island of Koh Tao. The Mirror reports that Hannah's family have pleaded for the photos of the pair, who were brutally murdered on a Thailand beach, to be taken off the internet.. The worst part is her face. by potty Thu Oct 09, 2014 12:23 am, Post Probably the links to those photos on other sites also. 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Thailand beach murders: Hannah Witheridge's family beg for removal of WARNING CONTAINS SOME DISTURBING IMAGES OF DEATH. They were then recorded at 12.55am leaving, stopping in a convenience store for a toasted sandwich, before walking back to their bungalow. The authorities said he had died after striking the diving board from which he was jumping. Interactive map reveals when you may see SNOW, Kate Garraway reveals Derek's heartbreaking words when they thought he had just minutes left to live. Elise had been traveling around Asia for two years, and before her death had been living at a yoga and tantra retreat on Koh Phangan. They think our country is beautiful and is safe so they can do whatever they want, they can wear bikinis and walk everywhere. Thailand beach murders: Hannah Witheridge's family beg for removal of graphic crime scene images circulating online Oct 08, 2014 16:49 By Andy Lines Photos showing the battered bodies of Hannah, 23, and David Miller, 24, emerged soon after news of their murders. Police major general, Surachate Hakparn, said in an interview that the police have cracked down on crime syndicates on Koh Tao since the backpackers' double . by potty Thu Oct 09, 2014 12:22 am, Post The items were still there are 3 am and he called the police. At 7.47pm David and his friend Chris Ware were filmed walking towards the bar. But, he said that most of these would have been present prior to his death, although he could not completely rule out the possibility that Nick had been attacked. On 15 September, the bodies of Hannah Witheridge and David Miller were found on Sairee Beach on the island of Koh Tao, between 4 and 5 am, a few hours after their deaths.Both victims had been hit several times on the head; Witheridge had been raped, and Miller had been drowned. Yikes. We are aware of the Katherine case and are checking out the possibility that something similar could have happened, he said. Five unexpected signs in your 20s and 30s you're at risk of developing heart disease later in life. By Ben Ellery In Koh Tao, Thailand For Mail On Sunday, Published: 11:58 GMT, 20 September 2014 | Updated: 15:22 GMT, 21 October 2014. When is Eurovision and how do you get tickets? There were originally over 10, but now we only have the 2. September 17: Thai police admit they have 'no idea' who killed David Miller and Hannah Witheridge after failing to link any of 12 suspects to the crime. Officers claimed they had 'strong evidence' to link six Burmese workers to the gruesome murders, though no forensic links could be made. He started another business in neighboring island Koh Phayam before returning in March 2018 to "tie up loose ends". We admit that in the past, there was a mafia there that took advantage of tourists. -, Press J to jump to the feed. Following criticism for the way the case has been handled, police are now working with detectives from Scotland Yard. Samui Times defended its reporting in an online post. Earlier Thai Prime Minister said it girls wearing bikinis on the holiday island of Koh Tao were not safe unless they were ugly. There were TRACES of cocaine, but that didnt contributeit was a small amount from a day or more before. by potty Thu Oct 09, 2014 12:47 am, Post The Student Room and The Uni Guide are trading names of The Student Room Group Ltd. Register Number: 04666380 (England and Wales), VAT No. You are the British Consulate in Thailand. Supposedly these are the first crime scene photos ever taken. The following morning the family raised the alarm when Nick failed to answer the door. Putting names to archive photos, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, In photos: India's disappearing single-screen cinemas. geez why did montriwat in his old days sprint in his knickers through town, without shoes, at 4am of the murder night ? They believed he had accidentally drowned and he was thought to have been dead for around 12 hours when his body was retrieved. However, a lawyer for Zaw Lin and Wai Phyo told the BBC that the pair had not admitted their guilt when their death sentences were commuted. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. However, it did not match any of their DNA records. 2023 BBC. Personal trainer, 22, describes what working in the fitness industry is like when you're curvy - and why Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane - UFC 285 LIVE: Follow all the action from main card ahead of HUGE heavyweight PETER HITCHENS: Now we know for sure that our leaders lost their heads over Covid. We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. Koh Tao murders - Wikipedia At the time of the murders last Monday morning, ten boats were lying offshore. They claim they did not receive an autopsy report and say his body was sent against their wishes to the same Bangkok hospital that carried out botched reports on the bodies of two Brits murdered on the same island in 2014. Police Commissioner General Somyot Poompanmoung said: We still dont know who did it and the killers are still on the loose. The two men were convicted and sentenced in 2015 and the verdict was upheld by an appeals court in 2017 and the Supreme Court in August 2019. When the bodies of British tourists 23-year-old Hannah Witheridge and 24-year-old David Miller were found brutally murdered on the remote Thai island of Koh Tao, the police immediately concluded that the killer had to be a foreigner, as a Thai person couldn't be capable of such brutality. Thai police efforts are blasted a 'joke' by residents as officials admit they are looking for 'multiple' suspects but do not know how many. The fact that people e-mailed her family the photos while pretending to be Nikki was enough. Phone records showed that Elise called her mother on Skype on April 17, 2017, before leaving Koh Phangan on a Ferry on April 19. We hope you'll do the same? She was also part of the Sathya Sai Baba cult and lived with a self-proclaimed 'guru'. Im asking if they wear bikinis in Thailand, will they be safe? Or is Koh Tao just unlucky for visitors or is there something more sinister happening on the beautiful Thai island and haven for Scuba divers? What science tells us about the afterlife. David's body is in the water in the picture captioned 'Photo of the resort' - just saying as I missed it several times when the pics first came online. Hannah Witheridge & David Miller: British backpackers murdered in Thailand 2014. Andrew Rosindell, a member of the Commons foreign affairs committee, said: 'What is most worrying about these comments is the underlying implication about those who have been murdered that they have somehow brought it upon themselves.'. There were no signs he was suicidal. That happened very close to my home (like, I could probably see the location if I went for a walk). The pictures, which News Corp . Deaths have been explained away by the authorities as unfortunate accidents or suicides. This is not for the faint hearted but as you are studying the subject, Im sure you will be fine. I went in blind when it first was releasedhad nightmares for days afterward.

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