On December 20, 2022, reporters reported the latest progress in the case. The Sukhothai Royal Ship sank, the latest on Twitter. Navy ROYAL THAI NAVY @prroyalthainavy Posted information states that 1 additional death was discovered, a total of 6 deaths were found. Transport the 6 deceased bodies to Bang Saphan District for further identity verification.
Summary: 7 found today, 1 survived, 6 dead, 23 still missing.
The reporter also reported that for the timeline of personnel rescue operations “Sukhothai Royal Ship”
At 2:14 p.m., he was notified by HMS Ang Thong that one additional victim was found, Pol.
3:00 p.m. Received notification from HTMS Naresuan found 5 dead bodies (preliminary data), consisting of
1. Lt. Samart Kaewkluen
2. Col. Atcha Kaewsuphan
3. Colonel Amnat Pimthi
4. Sergeant Major Chakkaphong Poonphon
5. Gen. Akaradej Phobat
Which all names are waiting for confirmation once more from identity verification
4:00 p.m. Help Center opens. for identity verification At the Sawang Rat Sattha Thammasathan Foundation, Bang Saphan
7:30 p.m. Received notification from HMS Bhumibol found one additional body of the deceased.
In total, 23 victims remain to be searched.
Mr. Lertyot Yamphrai, Bang Saphan District Chief, revealed that at this time preparations are being made to accept the body of the deceased to prove the identity of the person. The location and staff have been prepared to receive the case. As well as the medical team who will undergo a preliminary autopsy, ready to receive the situation at the Sawangrat Sattha Thammasathan Foundation area In the municipality of Keret Noppakhun, Bang Saphan District, to facilitate the relatives who come to contact I would like to bring the body to perform religious ceremonies.
