Tangmo Nida's Death: Unraveling The Mystery Of The Chao Phraya River Incident

Citlalli Herman 06 May 2025

Was the tragic death of Thai actress Nida "Tangmo" Patcharaveerapong a mere accident, or was there more to the story than meets the eye? The circumstances surrounding her death, including conflicting accounts, forensic findings, and the actions of those present, have fueled widespread suspicion and controversy, making the question of what truly happened on the Chao Phraya River on that fateful night in February 2022 a complex and deeply unsettling one.

The events that led to Tangmo's death began on the evening of February 24, 2022. The 37-year-old actress, along with her manager/friend Idsarin "Kratik" Juthasuksawat and four other companions, embarked on a speedboat ride along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. According to reports, Tangmo reportedly fell from the speedboat, plunging into the murky waters. Her body was recovered two days later, on February 26, near the Pibun Songkhram 1 pier in Nonthaburi province, a suburb of Bangkok.

The initial investigation into Tangmo's death was hampered by inconsistencies and contradictions in the statements provided by the five individuals who were with her on the boat. Their accounts of how she fell into the water, the events leading up to the incident, and their subsequent actions raised numerous questions and doubts among the public and investigators alike. The fact that these individuals, including Kratik, left the scene shortly after Tangmo went missing further fueled speculation and mistrust.

The investigation has revealed that the unlicensed skipper had lurched the boat forward, causing Tangmo to instinctively grab onto another person. This person, reacting from fear, may have caused Tangmo to lose her balance and fall overboard. Tragically, the boat's propeller is believed to have struck her right leg, leading to her drowning.

The details of the case, as they have unfolded, have been nothing short of perplexing, and the public scrutiny surrounding it has been immense, making it difficult to piece together what truly transpired on that fateful night. The following table provides a comprehensive overview of Nida "Tangmo" Patcharaveerapong's life and career:

Category	Details
Full Name	Nida "Tangmo" Patcharaveerapong (ne Patthida Patcharaveerapong)
Date of Birth	September 13, 1984
Date of Death	February 24, 2022 (presumed)
Cause of Death	Drowning, suspected accident with boat propeller involvement
Age at Death	37
Nationality	Thai
Profession	Actress, Model, Artist
Years Active	2000 - 2022
Notable Works	Ghost of Mae Nak (film), numerous Thai television dramas
Marital Status	Previously married to Phakin Khamwilaisak (2013-2015)
Education	Degree in Business Administration from Bangkok University
Known For	Her roles in Thai dramas and films, her beauty, and her active presence on social media.
Other Details	Featured in a variety of genres, including romance, drama, and horror.
Reference	Wikipedia