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British Tourist's Death in Bangkok Under Investigation After Altercation with Karaoke Bar Bouncers

Nick Weir, 28, died following a confrontation with two bouncers outside a Bangkok karaoke bar, as Thai authorities await forensic results to determine the cause of death.

Nick Weir, who was said to have been behaving erratically before the attack, was described as “polite” and “nice” by a friend

Overview

  • Nick Weir, a 28-year-old British tourist, died after being restrained by two karaoke bar bouncers in Bangkok during an altercation caught on CCTV.
  • The incident began when Weir was reportedly turned away from the 91karaoke bar for acting erratically and later pursued by the bouncers on a motorcycle.
  • CCTV footage shows the bouncers restraining Weir for over 10 minutes in a nearby alley, with passers-by eventually calling an ambulance.
  • Thai police are questioning the bouncers and waiting for forensic results to determine whether Weir's death was caused by the physical altercation or other factors such as intoxication.
  • The UK Foreign Office is supporting Weir's family while coordinating with Thai authorities to ensure clarity and accountability in the ongoing investigation.