Thailand's 'Death Island' with murders and disappearances as another Brit is tragically found dead

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Thailand's 'Death Island' with murders and disappearances as another Brit is tragically found dead
Author: mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Amy Jones)
Published: Jan, 16 2025 09:53

Koh Tao, a breathtaking island in Thailand known for its pristine white sand beaches, tropical coral reefs and hilltop views, is any backpacker's dream - but it has a sinister reputation. Koh Tao, which is named after its turtle-shaped resemblance, first swept the tourist industry by storm during the 80s and 90s. While it only holds a population of around 2,000 residents, it is said to attract between 300K and 500K tourists every year, who visit for sensational diving opportunities and to experience a slower pace of life on the picturesque island. But despite its paradise appeal, the island in the Gulf of Thailand has become a place of nightmares, with numerous murders and disappearances taking place, leading it to be dubbed 'Death Island'.

This month, 21-year-old backpacker Robby Kinlan from Ireland was found dead inside a hotel room on Koh Tao. Robby was discovered by a friend on the morning of January 9, and tragically could not be revived. Police have disclosed that in one hand, Robby was holding his phone, which was connected to a wall socket while it was charging. The device was locked by the time officers arrived. Robby's family have launched a fundraising appeal to raise money to have Robby's body repatriated to his homeland for a burial. If he can't be taken home, he will be cremated at a Buddhist temple.

Concerns rose about the ongoings in Koh Tao almost a decade ago when two British backpackers were brutally bludgeoned to death. Hannah Witheridge, 23, and David Miller, 24, were found murdered and partially naked near blood-stained rocks on Sairee Beach, a well-known party area, in September 2014. It was revealed that the pair had been bludgeoned to death with a wooden hoe as they were walking back to their hotel room late one night. It also came to light that Hannah had been shockingly raped during the attack.

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