Horrific Attack in Sihanoukville Hotel Leads to Arrest of Suspect
A tragic incident in Sihanoukville has resulted in the death of a foreigner after a dispute escalated into violence
A shocking event unfolded in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, when a foreign national was fatally attacked at the Dongcheng International Hotel on Independence Road. The incident occurred on June 15, leading to the arrest of the alleged perpetrator, Kieng Kunthea, on June 21.
According to police reports, Kunthea, a 34-year-old Cambodian from Kampong Chhnang Province, doused Chinese national Zhang Guangli, 42, with gasoline and set him on fire following a dispute over respect and financial matters. The victim succumbed to severe burns at Preah Kosamak Hospital.
The police apprehended Kunthea in Tuol Khpos Commune, Tuek Phos District, following their investigation. During his interrogation, Kunthea confessed to the crime, leading to his transfer to the Preah Sihanouk Provincial Police for further legal action.
This tragic incident has sparked concern over the safety measures in place at local hotels and the escalating tensions that led to such a drastic outcome. Legal proceedings are ongoing, as authorities and the community seek justice for the victim and aim to prevent such incidents in the future.
According to police reports, Kunthea, a 34-year-old Cambodian from Kampong Chhnang Province, doused Chinese national Zhang Guangli, 42, with gasoline and set him on fire following a dispute over respect and financial matters. The victim succumbed to severe burns at Preah Kosamak Hospital.
The police apprehended Kunthea in Tuol Khpos Commune, Tuek Phos District, following their investigation. During his interrogation, Kunthea confessed to the crime, leading to his transfer to the Preah Sihanouk Provincial Police for further legal action.
This tragic incident has sparked concern over the safety measures in place at local hotels and the escalating tensions that led to such a drastic outcome. Legal proceedings are ongoing, as authorities and the community seek justice for the victim and aim to prevent such incidents in the future.
