In a dramatic courtroom scene in Bangkok, 36-year-old Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn was sentenced to death for murdering her affluent friend, Siriporn Khanwong, by allegedly poisoning her food. This case marks the start of numerous allegations linking Sararat to 14 cyanide-related deaths spanning back to 2015. Following her arrest in April 2023, an investigation revealed a troubling pattern where she targeted friends in debt, stealing their belongings after fatal encounters. Victims included those who had helped her financially, as her addiction to gambling intensified.
Death Sentence for Thai Woman Accused of Poisoning 14 Friends with Cyanide
Death Sentence for Thai Woman Accused of Poisoning 14 Friends with Cyanide
A Thai woman faces death for the alleged cyanide murders of her friends amid shocking revelations of a broader crime spree.
The court heard how Sararat and Siriporn participated in a Buddhist ritual in Ratchaburi province, leading to a fatal meal for Siriporn, who collapsed soon after. Autopsy findings confirmed cyanide in her system, prompting police to further investigate Sararat’s troubled history. Masked in smiles during her sentencing, Sararat denied all charges, while her defense team and ex-husband, who was implicated in helping Sararat evade justice, also faced legal repercussions. Siriporn's family was awarded compensation as the legal and emotional fallout from this case continues to reverberate through Thailand.
Cyanide, a lethal poison that inhibits oxygen absorption by cells, poses severe health risks even in small amounts, and its use is heavily restricted in Thailand.
Cyanide, a lethal poison that inhibits oxygen absorption by cells, poses severe health risks even in small amounts, and its use is heavily restricted in Thailand.
