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Russian Teen Tourist Killed in Phi Phi Boat Collision, Over 20 Hurt

The Russian consulate confirmed the victim's identity as officials reconcile differing injury counts.

Overview

  • The collision occurred around 09:00 local time near the Phi Phi islands off Phuket.
  • The tourist boat was carrying 52 foreign passengers and three Thai crew members.
  • The victim was identified as 18-year-old Russian citizen Elizaveta Starykh.
  • Initial tallies report 21–22 injured, with first aid given on Phi Phi and some patients transferred to Phuket for further treatment.
  • Thai media reported severe bow damage to the tourist vessel, and local authorities have opened an investigation.