Tragic poisoning incident claims six lives in hotel in central Bangkok

Numerous Thai media sources have reported a poisoning incident at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok hotel in Bangkok, Thailand this evening.

Six foreign nationals were reportedly found dead in a hotel room. They were believed to have succumbed to cyanide poisoning. Police discovered the bodies of three men and three women, two Vietnamese Americans and four Vietnamese citizens.

The Lumpini Police were informed of the incident at around 5.30pm.

Initial reports in local media earlier in the evening incorrectly described the incident as a shooting. However, investigators confirmed that the victims showed no signs of a struggle or bruises and their luggage was found near the door.

The victims were supposed to check out of the hotel today and had already packed their suitcases.

At the time of writing, the investigation was still ongoing. Updates will be provided as they become available.