A 22 year old Russian woman who has been volunteering as an interpreter in a Chon Buri murder case, in which two Russian siblings were killed, grew up in Thailand and speaks the language fluently. Varvara Davydova has lived in Thailand since she was eight years old and speaks Thai fluently. Davydova, who is mostly based at the Pattaya Immigration Bureau, has assisted with a number of cases as a volunteer interpreter over the years. Her role was brought to light on Thai social media, with her contribution to the case described as significant given its seriousness. “Many times I volunteer because I understand they don’t have the budget, and I understand it’s difficult for them, so I go and help.