Russian Woman Dies in Phuket as Consulate Plans Children’s Return to Russia

Overview

• Thai police identified the deceased as Russian citizen Yulia Borodikhina, who was discovered unconscious at home and later died at Chalong Hospital.
• Investigators reported no visible signs of violence on the body and are awaiting forensic findings to determine the cause of death.
• The Consulate General of Russia in Phuket is coordinating the repatriation of her two minor children and is in contact with their father and current caregivers.
• Consular officials expect the children to fly to Russia next week, with arrangements for an escort still under consideration.
• Authorities noted witness accounts that she had experienced health problems in the days before her death, which are being evaluated as part of the inquiry.