Shocked TAT says stabbings "rare"

Shocked TAT says stabbings "rare"
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The Thailand Tourism Authority has joined the industry in expressing its shock at the fatal stabbing of Australian travel agent Michelle Smith but insisted it is an isolated incident.

“Something like this should not happen,” TAT PR manager Pongsak Kanittanon said.

But he stressed the episode did not point to larger problem.

He predicted tourism numbers to Thailand would take a hit in the aftermath of the tragedy, but was optimistic local authorities would “take steps to bring back confidence.”

Meanwhile, he attempted to reassure those planning to visit the country.

“There is no need to be worried. This is a very rare type of incident,” he said.

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