On February 11, amidst the crystal-clear waters of Pattaya Bay, a day that began with sunshine and adventure took a devastating turn for 33-year-old Russian tourist, Andrew Anganov. The day was filled with excitement and joy for Andrew as he indulged in the thrilling activity of sliding down a tour boat slide, located near the idyllic Koh Sak Island. What was meant to be a delightful trip ended tragically, casting a shadow over the serene landscape of Pattaya.
At around 5 PM, the Pattaya Marine Rescue Division received an urgent call to assist a distressed passenger. Andrew, while enjoying the slide on a luxurious tour boat, encountered an unforeseen medical crisis. The sleek and speedy rescue boat from the Marine Disaster Division of Pattaya City, alongside the Sawang Boriboon Foundation Rescue Unit, arrived swiftly to transport Andrew from the ocean after he had slipped off the slide and passed out.
When the rescue team reached him, Andrew was found unconscious, his pulse eerily absent, on the vessel anchored near Koh Sak. Despite immediate CPR efforts and the relentless dedication demonstrated by the local medical team at Pattaya City Hospital, the day concluded in heartbreak as Andrew was declared dead.
Witnesses, including a young 25-year-old crew member named Ni from Myanmar, recounted how Andrew had slid into the welcoming waters of the sea and afterwards, clambered back onto the boat only to express discomfort, complaining of severe back pain. It wasn’t long before his condition took a dire turn, resulting in shock and subsequent loss of consciousness. In a desperate bid for assistance, the boat captain quickly reached out to the vigilant rescue workers.
Inspector, Police Lieutenant Colonel Suphaphan Mipricha from the Tourist Police Division 4, launched a full investigation into the unfortunate incident. Initial probes suggested that Andrew, who had stepped onto Pattaya’s shores just two days prior on February 9, embarked on what was to be a picturesque tour to Koh Sak. However, his significant weight, reportedly exceeding 100 kilograms, may have exacerbated the intensity with which he hit the water, attributing to both his injuries and consequent demise.
The authorities are leaving no stone unturned. Pattaya City Police investigators have taken the necessary steps to send Andrew’s remains to the Police General Hospital’s Institute of Forensic Medicine. This measure is crucial to ascertain the precise cause of his untimely departure. As the news reverberated, The Pattaya News was quick to report the incident, ensuring that Andrew’s embassy and his family were duly informed of the unforeseen loss.
In the meantime, as the sun sets over the peaceful waves of Pattaya Bay, the surprising tragedy of Andrew Anganov remains imprinted on the minds of those who were present that day. For friends, family, and fellow tourists alike, it’s a somber reminder of the fragility of life amidst joyous adventures.
This is such a tragic event. Do you think negligence on the part of the tour operators could be involved?
Honestly, it might be a freak accident, but tour operators should ensure safety protocols are more stringent.
I agree, but it sounds like weight played a critical role. Should they have restrictions on such slides?
Maybe, but that could be considered body shaming or discriminatory. It’s a tough balance.
Could have been a heart attack from stress or excitement too.
Pattaya really needs to reevaluate safety standards across all tourist activities. This isn’t the first incident.
I visited last year and found that slide incredibly fun but also a bit risky.
Exactly, this shouldn’t only highlight Andrew’s unfortunate fate but broader safety issues.
Heartbreaking for his family. Were there safety briefings before the slide?
Adventure spots should always have medical teams on standby. It’s 2025; we need better preparedness.
That would raise costs and could make smaller operators go out of business.
Maybe, but isn’t a life worth it? Safety shouldn’t be compromised for profit.
Why do people always rush to blame after an accident? Accidents happen, that’s life.
True, but learning from such incidents can prevent future tragedies.
It’s not about blame, it’s about improving safety standards.
The narrative of the story feels somewhat similar to fictional tales. Could there be conspiracy angles?
Interesting angle, but unless evidence surfaces, it’s disrespectful to speculate on conspiracies here.
I understand, just thinking out loud given how the media operates sometimes.
I’ve slid down that very slide and it never felt particularly dangerous to me. Could it just be bad luck?
The weight factor mentioned seems disproportionate. Maybe people aren’t informed well about the risks.
Yeah, sometimes tourists just go in blind, assuming everything is safe.
But shouldn’t the tour operators make this clear beforehand? They know their stuff best.
If his weight contributed, could this mean more inclusive slides need redesigning to accommodate all sizes safely?
That’s a valid consideration, although costly for companies. We need safer designs.
Absolutely. Lives are priceless compared to engineering design fees.
It’s so sad. I hope his family gets the answers they need.
I think with the right precautions, this event could have been avoided.
Preventive measures always seem clearer with hindsight.
True, but we should act on this hindsight to avoid more incidents.
One day, this story could be a case study on tourism safety. Such tragic lessons must lead to progress.