Pattaya —
A large dead sea turtle was discovered washed ashore on Jomtien Beach in Pattaya early Friday morning, March 8th, 2024.
The Pattaya municipal special operations officers and sea rescue personnel received a report from tourists about the dead animal at around 00:46 AM. The lifeless sea turtle was found near Soi Jomtien 10, Nongprue sub-district, Banglamung district, Chonburi province. Authorities responded to the scene upon receiving the report.
There, authorities discovered a large green turtle carcass laying on Jomtien Beach. Estimated to be 7-10 years old, the turtle measured approximately 80 cm in length and weighed around 50-60 kg. The body exhibited signs of decomposition, with deep wounds on its shell. A foul odor emanated from the carcass, suggesting it had likely been dead for several days.
According to Mr. Teerasak Sunthararachun, a 28-year-old Thai resident, tourists came across the sea turtle and came to him for assistance. They thought the turtle was still alive, however; Mr. Teerasak knew it was already dead due to its unpleasant odor. He then called the authorities to investigate the situation.
The officers retrieved the carcass for further examination to determine the cause of its death.
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