An 18-year-old man has been extradited from Dubai to the United Kingdom and formally charged with the murder of 27-year-old Kamonnan Thiamphanit, also known as Angela, in a case that shocked Westminster in 2024.
Extradition and Charges
Enzo Bettamio was brought back to the UK on Friday and charged upon arrival, according to police. He is scheduled to appear before Westminster Magistrates' Court. The extradition followed coordinated efforts between investigators and prosecutors in the UK and the United Arab Emirates, as reported by the BBC.
Details of the Crime
Thiamphanit was found dead at her home in Stanhope Place near Hyde Park on April 8, 2024, after police forced entry into the property. The Metropolitan Police stated that she had suffered multiple stab wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. The case had initially been treated as a medium-risk missing persons inquiry.
Police Referral and Family Support
The Metropolitan Police previously referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct after it emerged that friends of Thiamphanit had contacted authorities twice the day before her body was discovered. Police confirmed that the victim’s family has been informed and continues to receive support from specialist officers.
Victim's Background
Thiamphanit, who held Chinese-Hong Kong and Thai nationality, had been living in the UK for nearly nine years after moving there for university. She worked in property management and was described by police as having a wide circle of friends. Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, leading the case, acknowledged the family’s patience, calling the period since the incident “incredibly difficult and distressing.” Authorities say the investigation remains ongoing as the case proceeds through the courts.
