18 July, 2025
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URGENT UPDATE: A shocking discovery in Thailand as authorities confirm the death of 54-year-old Michael Shane Caola from Perth. His body was found facedown in a pool of blood in his apartment on the seventh floor of the Grand Shivalay building in Pattaya at approximately 4 PM local time on Thursday.

According to police investigator Saijai Khamjulla, Caola’s body was discovered after the apartment manager, Thanchanok Prajit, reported a foul odor emanating from his unit. Upon entering, officers found broken glass and scattered pill bottles but noted no signs of a struggle. “He was a regular customer, often seen exercising, probably to take care of his health,” Prajit stated.

In a chilling coincidence, just two floors below, authorities also found the body of a 38-year-old Swedish national. He was discovered naked near an overflowing bathtub with a one-inch laceration on his forehead and right eyebrow. Local media reports indicate that this case does not involve any women, contrasting with previous incidents in the same building.

Caola’s Facebook profile reveals a life filled with vibrant images, including photos with young women who appear to be from Thailand, and a wedding photo from April 2016. The contrast between his apparent health-conscious lifestyle and tragic end is striking.

The beachside city of Pattaya, known for its tumultuous nightlife, continues to grapple with crime despite efforts to improve its image. These recent deaths are sending shockwaves through the local community and raising urgent questions about safety in the area.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into both deaths, and the local police urge anyone with information to come forward. As this story develops, the implications for both the local and international community are significant.

Stay tuned for updates as more details emerge about this tragic situation and the ongoing investigation.