British ‍tourist Dies After⁢ Bangkok⁢ Bar Altercation

BANGKOK, Thailand ⁤– ‍A British man in‍ his 20s died in bangkok following an altercation after being ejected from a⁤ karaoke bar, according to the Foreign, Commonwealth & development Office (FCDO). The incident occurred late⁢ last month.

the FCDO confirmed they⁣ are providing assistance to the ‍man’s family. “We are providing support ‍to the family of a British⁢ man who died in Bangkok and are in contact ‍with local ⁢authorities,” a spokesperson said.

Details of⁣ the Incident

According to police reports, Nick Weir, 28, of Salisbury, was asked to leave the 91karaoke bar around 2 ‍a.m. on march 24 after exhibiting erratic behavior.

Authorities stated that Weir, a graduate of Leeds University and former student⁤ at The International⁤ School of Brussels, who managed a company in Salisbury,⁢ was ⁢allegedly pursued by ‍two⁣ men on a motorcycle after leaving the bar. CCTV⁢ footage⁤ reportedly shows Weir running before engaging in a conversation with the men and attempting to get‍ on their motorcycle.

A physical altercation ensued, and Weir was thrown to the ground. Police said the men called emergency services after Weir lost consciousness, ⁤but ⁢paramedics were unable to revive him.

Investigation Underway

Weir was pronounced dead at the scene, approximately 200 meters from the karaoke bar. Police⁣ are questioning two Thai men, ⁢Phurinat, 32, and⁣ Boonchou, 29, in connection with the alleged attack, which occurred in ⁣the Bang Sue district of Bangkok.