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Heroic Ranger Drowns During Cave Rescue Attempt

4/24/2025

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A tragic incident unfolded in Kanchanaburi when Thai park ranger Paisan Wanphet, 43, drowned while bravely attempting to recover a British tourist's phone from the depths of Tham Sao Hin cave. Overcome by leg cramps and powerful currents, he was swept away, with his body discovered 20 feet underwater after an extensive search. The cave is now closed, raising safety alarms.

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Story summary

A tragic incident unfolded in Kanchanaburi when Thai park ranger Paisan Wanphet, 43, drowned while bravely attempting to recover a British tourist's phone from the depths of Tham Sao Hin cave. Overcome by leg cramps and powerful currents, he was swept away, with his body discovered 20 feet underwater after an extensive search. The cave is now closed, raising safety alarms.