BANGKOK — The tragic case of a Thai woman known as Mind has taken a heartbreaking turn following the confirmation of her murder, which has shocked her family and the Thai community. Mind, 29, had been missing for three months after traveling to Oman to visit her Bangladeshi boyfriend, prompting her parents to seek help through Thai authorities when they lost contact with her.
On February 24, 2025, Pavena Hongsakul, the Chairwoman of the Pavena Foundation for Children and Women, accompanied Mind's distraught parents as they met with officials from Thai Interpol to discuss their daughter’s disappearance. Just prior to her vanishing, Mind had sent alarming images to her family showing evidence of severe physical abuse from her boyfriend. Following her disappearance, her family’s fears turned to horror when they received reports indicating Mind may have been murdered.
According to reports, information relayed from Khadeeja MadamOman Alhashmi, a Thai woman married to an Omani police officer, suggested Mind’s body was discovered charred on a mountain, and it was eventually confirmed through DNA testing to be Mind's. Reports state Khadeeja learned of Mind’s absence and enlisted her husband’s assistance to gather information, leading to the intervention of Omani police.
On February 21, evidence gathered from various sources indicated Mind had been assaulted and killed by her boyfriend, who then attempted to destroy evidence by burning her body. This prompted Omani police to conduct investigations which led to the grim discovery. The confirmation of her death came as both heart-wrenching and frustrating for her family, who had spent months desperately hoping for news.
Police Colonel Sila Tantrakul, from the Interpol Division, confirmed the collaboration between Thai Interpol and Omani police. He noted, "Interpol has 190 member countries, and upon receiving the request, they will coordinate with Oman." While Colonel Sila refrained from providing specific timelines, he assured the involved parties are committed to seeking justice.
Mind’s father expressed the depth of his sorrow directly, saying, "If my daughter has died, I wish to bring her remains or bones back to her hometown for proper funeral rites." Mind had been the family’s main provider, sending money regularly to support her disabled mother and their 10-year-old nephew who has special needs. The last time her family spoke with her was back in May 2024, when she had reminded them to take care of her mother and promised to continue helping financially.
Pavena highlighted the importance of seeking justice for Mind, echoing her sentiments, "A small woman living in a foreign country deserves justice, and we believe Omani police will cooperate fairly with Thai Interpol so we can learn about Mind’s fate as soon as possible." Her insistence on accountability not only seeks to provide clarity for Mind's family but also stresses the importance of human dignity and safety for women abroad.
Despite facing heart-wrenching circumstances, Mind’s parents remain hopeful for answers and justice. The collaborative efforts between Thai and Omani authorities are seen as necessary steps toward truth and closure. "Every woman, no matter how seemingly insignificant, deserves justice when abroad," Pavena stated, emphasizing the universal right to safety and security.
The incident not only spotlighted Mind's tragic fate but also raised serious questions about the treatment of Thai women abroad, pushing advocates to call for system-wide changes aimed at safeguarding citizens during foreign travels. The family's desire for closure fuels their demand for justice, ensuring Mind's story will serve as both a personal plea and broader call for preventive measures.