Women found 'chained by the neck' off pier and tied underwater by 2 dumbbells

DISTRESSING CONTENT WARNING: A 21-year-old male was arrested after the discovery of the 51-year-old woman. 12:56, Mon, Aug 3, 2026 Updated: 13:01, Mon, Aug 3, 2026 A 21-year-old male was arrested after the discovery of the 51-year-old woman (Image: Khaosod)A murder investigation was launched after a woman's body was discovered weighted down underwater at a popular fishing spot near tourist hotspots in Thailand. Disturbing details emerged after locals spotted the body floating near Ban Tha Yai pier in Phang Nga province - a short distance from Phuket and Ko Phi Phi.Police racing to the scene found the victim with an iron chain wrapped tightly around her neck, attached to two heavy concrete dumbbells designed to keep her hidden below the surface. Despite attempts to sink her, the corpse floated close to shore, where horrified fishermen raised the alarm. Investigators identified the victim as Ms Kansiri, a 51-year-old worker from northeastern Thailand who had been living in Phuket. Get the latest news from around the world and more Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us a...