BANGKOK — A Chinese national wanted in connection with the death of a 22-year-old Thai woman found dead in a Bangkok hotel has surrendered to police after fleeing to Laos for several months.
Mr. Douying, 37, turned himself in at Chok Chai Police Station on June 27 accompanied by his lawyer, following an arrest warrant issued on April 16, 2025. He faces charges including distribution of Category 1 narcotics (methamphetamine and MDMA), distribution of Category 2 psychotropic substances (ketamine), and negligent homicide.
Hotel Death Investigation
The case originated on the morning of February 10 when hotel staff in Ladprao district discovered an unresponsive woman identified as Airada. Initial police investigation found the deceased unclothed with no visible signs of physical trauma, but ketamine and “happy water” drugs were discovered at the scene.
Hotel records showed that Airada had checked in with the Chinese national at 11:16 PM the previous night. Mr. Douying reportedly alerted hotel staff about the woman’s condition before hastily departing after she was pronounced dead.
Investigation revealed chat messages indicating Airada had been hired through a modeling agency for a 4-5 hour service worth 6,000 baht ($184). The messages showed she expressed reluctance about drug use but was allegedly pressured to comply.
Arrests and Escape
On February 17, police arrested 18-year-old Ms. Panita, also known as “Alin,” a model who had recruited the victim for the job. She was charged with procuring prostitution. However, the Chinese suspect had already fled to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, prompting ongoing surveillance and pressure until his eventual surrender.
Police Colonel Pornthawee, chief of Chok Chai Police Station, said that during questioning, Douying denied the allegations. He admitted only to using drugs with Airada but claimed she consumed the substances voluntarily without coercion or threats from him.
The suspect has been remanded to investigators at Chok Chai Police Station for legal proceedings according to the law.
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