PHUKET — Thai officials have recovered the body of a Bahraini man who went missing after drowning off Karon Beach on September 19, following a three-day search operation.
The Karon Municipality rescue team reported the discovery to local authorities after locating the victim’s remains among rocks near the shoreline on the morning of September 22.
According to Karon Police Station investigations, three Bahraini brothers had been vacationing in Phuket since September 14, staying in the Patong area. On Friday evening, all three went swimming at Karon Beach despite red flag warnings indicating dangerous conditions with strong waves and winds.
During the incident, lifeguards successfully rescued two of the brothers and transported them to hospital, where they remain in good condition. However, the eldest brother, identified as Jasim, was swept away by powerful waves.
Following the incident, authorities launched an intensive search operation that continued for three days. The search team discovered his body lodged among coastal rocks before moving it back to shore.
Forensic doctors from Vachira Phuket Hospital conducted a preliminary examination at the scene before transporting the body to the hospital for a detailed autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. Officials are coordinating with the Bahraini embassy to notify the victim’s family.
The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns at Phuket’s beaches during monsoon season, when red flag warnings are frequently issued due to hazardous swimming conditions.
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