'He did it to himself': Girlfriend high on drugs stabs weed farmer boyfriend to death in Thailand

Pattaya, Thailand – A violent incident in a luxury rental home in Pattaya has led to the arrest of a 21-year-old British woman, Isabel Violet Carreras, on suspicion of murdering her boyfriend, 34-year-old cannabis farm operator Thomas David Powell.

Police were called to the property in Nong Prue on Thursday morning after reports of a disturbance. They discovered Powell's body in a bathroom, showing multiple stab wounds to his back, torso, and hand. Authorities estimate he had been deceased for at least six hours prior to their arrival.

Carreras was found near the body, exhibiting signs of heavy cannabis intoxication. While she initially suggested Powell had inflicted the wounds on himself, police noted inconsistencies in her statement. Evidence at the scene, including bloodstains and signs of a struggle throughout the house, along with the victim's body appearing to have been moved, contradicted her account.

Neighbors reported frequent arguments between the couple, who had rented the property only two weeks prior. The couple had reportedly been together for about two years and intended to settle in Thailand. Carreras allegedly told investigators that they had looked at engagement rings before returning home and smoking cannabis, after which she claims to have no memory of the events.

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office confirmed they are providing support to the families of two British nationals involved and are in contact with local authorities.