Key facts
- A U.S. diplomat was found dead in Yangon, Myanmar.
- The death is being investigated as a possible homicide.
- A Thai woman is in police custody.
- The U.S. State Department confirmed the death.
- The incident occurred at the Sakura Residence + Hotel.
A U.S. diplomat has been found dead in Yangon, Myanmar, with authorities treating the case as a potential homicide. The diplomat was discovered deceased about two weeks ago at the Sakura Residence + Hotel, a facility popular with international residents. Police have detained a Thai woman in connection with the investigation. The U.S. State Department confirmed the death of a U.S. government employee assigned to the embassy in Yangon but provided no further details, citing respect for the family's privacy. Myanmar has been under military rule since a 2021 coup, with ongoing conflict between the government and various militias.