British Fighter's Promising Career Ends in Tragic Overdose in Thailand

[snoop1130]

Picture courtesy of Josh Goldstone’s Instagram account

 

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, young British fighter Joshua Goldstone's dreams came to an abrupt end after he was found dead from a drug overdose in Pattaya, Thailand. The 21-year-old, whose promising career seemed just to be taking off, was discovered lifeless in his hotel room alongside Australian boxing champion Jayson Tonkin, who was rushed to the hospital and survived. Goldstone hailed from Etchingham, East Sussex, and had been dedicating his life to training and living in Thailand, a known haven for fighters honing their craft.

 

On the 30th of October, Goldstone was found in Room 2412 of the Vogue Hotel, and initially, Thai emergency services cited “respiratory and circulatory system failure” as the cause of death. However, Coroner Sarah Clarke, who opened an inquest at Oakwood House in Maidstone, revealed that a UK post-mortem confirmed the cause as multi-drug toxicity, shedding light on the tragic circumstances.

 

Before his untimely demise, Goldstone's life was filled with the thrill of competition and the camaraderie of his fellow fighters. He had been sharing snippets of his training sessions and matches from Hua Hin, receiving much praise for his determination and aggressive style in the ring. These moments painted a picture of a young man on the brink of greater success, fully embedded in the life he had worked hard to build.

 

 

 

The news of Goldstone’s death reverberated through his community back in the UK, leading to an outpouring of grief and tributes. Semtex Muay Thai in Tunbridge Wells, where Goldstone had honed his skills since his teens, paid heartfelt homage: "Josh has been a member of Semtex since he was a young teen and quickly became one of the family," they recalled. "He was a strong-spirited, kind-hearted and fearless boy who inspired many of our younger team members." These sentiments were echoed by friends and family who took to social media, sharing memories and expressing their sorrow: "Your light will continue to shine in our memories of such a fabulous young human being taken far too soon."

 

The fighter’s body was repatriated to the UK on November 9, just days after his life was tragically cut short. As friends and family mourn, they also celebrate the vibrancy and courage Goldstone brought to their lives, remembering him as the "joker" who could "put a smile on everyone’s face."

 

A full inquest into Joshua Goldstone’s death is expected to be held later this year, potentially revealing more about the circumstances surrounding his overdose. Meanwhile, the fighting community continues to grapple with the loss, cherishing the legacy of a bright talent gone too soon. They hold onto his memory, hoping to draw strength from the light he shone, both in the ring and in their hearts, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-04-11

 

 

[watchcat]

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

young British fighter Joshua Goldstone's dreams came to an abrupt end after he was found dead from a drug overdose in Pattaya,

 

Wht overdose on drugs then?

[morrobay]

Sure especially since both of them were using the same white powder.And both were made very sick , one survived. Could be cocaine or ketamine contaminated with fentanyl. Very likely. Or a bad batch of non pharmacological ketamine. You can do a search for his name- reddit . For more in depth 

[ronster]

So no mention of what drugs caused his death 🙄

[newbee2022]

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Picture courtesy of Josh Goldstone’s Instagram account

 

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, young British fighter Joshua Goldstone's dreams came to an abrupt end after he was found dead from a drug overdose in Pattaya, Thailand. The 21-year-old, whose promising career seemed just to be taking off, was discovered lifeless in his hotel room alongside Australian boxing champion Jayson Tonkin, who was rushed to the hospital and survived. Goldstone hailed from Etchingham, East Sussex, and had been dedicating his life to training and living in Thailand, a known haven for fighters honing their craft.

 

On the 30th of October, Goldstone was found in Room 2412 of the Vogue Hotel, and initially, Thai emergency services cited “respiratory and circulatory system failure” as the cause of death. However, Coroner Sarah Clarke, who opened an inquest at Oakwood House in Maidstone, revealed that a UK post-mortem confirmed the cause as multi-drug toxicity, shedding light on the tragic circumstances.

 

Before his untimely demise, Goldstone's life was filled with the thrill of competition and the camaraderie of his fellow fighters. He had been sharing snippets of his training sessions and matches from Hua Hin, receiving much praise for his determination and aggressive style in the ring. These moments painted a picture of a young man on the brink of greater success, fully embedded in the life he had worked hard to build.

 

 

 

The news of Goldstone’s death reverberated through his community back in the UK, leading to an outpouring of grief and tributes. Semtex Muay Thai in Tunbridge Wells, where Goldstone had honed his skills since his teens, paid heartfelt homage: "Josh has been a member of Semtex since he was a young teen and quickly became one of the family," they recalled. "He was a strong-spirited, kind-hearted and fearless boy who inspired many of our younger team members." These sentiments were echoed by friends and family who took to social media, sharing memories and expressing their sorrow: "Your light will continue to shine in our memories of such a fabulous young human being taken far too soon."

 

The fighter’s body was repatriated to the UK on November 9, just days after his life was tragically cut short. As friends and family mourn, they also celebrate the vibrancy and courage Goldstone brought to their lives, remembering him as the "joker" who could "put a smile on everyone’s face."

 

A full inquest into Joshua Goldstone’s death is expected to be held later this year, potentially revealing more about the circumstances surrounding his overdose. Meanwhile, the fighting community continues to grapple with the loss, cherishing the legacy of a bright talent gone too soon. They hold onto his memory, hoping to draw strength from the light he shone, both in the ring and in their hearts, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-04-11

 

 

The second British xxxxx today

[proton]

How can a drug abuser have been a promising fighter? He was probably here on an Ed visa, just another amateur kick boxer, and drug addict.

[lom]

An echo from the past...

[jacko45k]

5 minutes ago, proton said:

How can a drug abuser have been a promising fighter? He was probably here on an Ed visa, just another amateur kick boxer, and drug addict.

Well I don't know that he was an addict, just some young kid with a bit too much testosterone and recklessness. 'Here try this stuff'.... egged on by a pal. A bit sad and a waste really. 

[Harrisfan]

8 minutes ago, proton said:

How can a drug abuser have been a promising fighter? He was probably here on an Ed visa, just another amateur kick boxer, and drug addict.

He looks like a pinball player

[hotchilli]

If you're serious about boxing you don't do drugs.

[jacko45k]

3 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

If you're serious about boxing you don't do drugs.

Like Sugar Ray Leonard and Oscar De La Hoya.... there are quite a number who did!

[mfd101]

16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

just days after his life was tragically cut short.

Nice use of the passive to suggest no responsibility. Just one of those things ...

[morrobay]

21 minutes ago, lom said:

An echo from the past...

Not my past: Had better things to do. Sure some wine, grass and pharmaceutical amphetamines. But nobody was oding on mystery powder. That's me same age , Laguna beach.

[JackGats]

That's the war-on-drugs for you guys. Adulterated drugs leading to accidental deaths ("overdose"). Then calls for even more war-on-drugs etc. If hard drugs were on sale free this guy would probably still be alive. That's what the warriors-on-drugs won't tell you: the percentage of drug deaths they cause.

[JackGats]

37 minutes ago, proton said:

How can a drug abuser have been a promising fighter? He was probably here on an Ed visa, just another amateur kick boxer, and drug addict.

High-level athletes often take drugs, that's why you get doping-control scandals.

 

Not all people are happy drinking beer at 10 in the morning.

[steven100]

just GoFundMe .....  

 

a promising young fighter who's path was compromised. 

[impulse]

28 minutes ago, morrobay said:

Not my past: Had better things to do. Sure some wine, grass and pharmaceutical amphetamines. But nobody was oding on mystery powder. That's me same age , Laguna beach.

 

Who's that guy with you?

 

(Sorry, couldn't resist...)

 

[Patong2021]

35 minutes ago, jacko45k said:

Like Sugar Ray Leonard and Oscar De La Hoya.... there are quite a number who did!

Sugar Ray Leonard wrote about his  drug use. He did not use when he was fighting.

Oscar De La Hoya admitted his alcoholism and drug use in 2011. He did not use drugs when he was fighting.

Both men are believable for the simple reason that they were drug tested prior to their fights.The drug use would have been picked up. Boxing may be corrupt, but the regulators draw the line on drug use because of the risk to the industry.

 

The two wannabe fighters in Thailand were not subject to the same blood tests  and screening as professional fighters.

 

[watchcat]

34 minutes ago, watchcat said:

 

When dead, I dont think so.

 

They might leave him att the hospital for the funeral?  Worked ok for a couple of friends of mine.

[Patong2021]

1 hour ago, proton said:

How can a drug abuser have been a promising fighter? He was probably here on an Ed visa, just another amateur kick boxer, and drug addict.

 

Apparently, the DTV is an option

Originally intended for digital nomads, this visa is also available for people who want to train in a gym in Thailand. Muay Thai is accepted as a reason for applying for this visa. 

-Validity:  5 years

-Multiple entries

-Document: Gym acceptance letter

-Minimum age:  20 years old

-Cost: 10,000 Baht

https://www.rawaimuaythai.com/training-in-thailand/dtv-thai-visa-and-muay-thai-training/#:~:text=The DTV visa was originally,in a gym in Thailand.

 

 

56 minutes ago, jacko45k said:

Well I don't know that he was an addict, just some young kid with a bit too much testosterone and recklessness. 'Here try this stuff'.... egged on by a pal. A bit sad and a waste really. 

 

Doubt that was it. I suggest you read up on the deceased. He liked his cannabis. The implicated drug is alleged to be ketamine.

His pal is a self admitted  "former" pusher.

[ChipButty]

57 minutes ago, jacko45k said:

Like Sugar Ray Leonard and Oscar De La Hoya.... there are quite a number who did!

Ricky Hatton, 

[J Branche]

Another sad part is we read these stories somewhat often and have been desensitized to the occurrence.

 

I will say it again, the risk involved with somethings means you only have to be wrong once and you are dead.

[proton]

51 minutes ago, JackGats said:

High-level athletes often take drugs, that's why you get doping-control scandals.

 

Not all people are happy drinking beer at 10 in the morning.

 

Thanks for the reminder only 12 minutes to go 😆

[proton]

The go fund me looks still ongoing. So is he in a fridge here still or is this a scam? Cremate and post back would not cost the thousands asked for

 

https://www.gofundme.com/f/this-is-to-help-the-goldstone-family

[SMIAI]

Why do the same people always comment about GoFundMe? I have an idea why. Envy, that they know that no one would raise money on their behalf nor donate to their cause.

 

247 people donated over £13k. So obviously someone who had friends and people who cared about him and his family, unlike the miserable and mean spirited commenters. 

[proton]

2 hours ago, SMIAI said:

Why do the same people always comment about GoFundMe? I have an idea why. Envy, that they know that no one would raise money on their behalf nor donate to their cause.

 

247 people donated over £13k. So obviously someone who had friends and people who cared about him and his family, unlike the miserable and mean spirited commenters. 

 

But the go fund me is 6 months old from when he died so where is the body, still waiting for the last few quid? The fridge bill will be enormous!

[PETERTHEEATER]

5 hours ago, watchcat said:

 

When dead, I dont think so.

Well, his body must have been returned to the UK in order for a postmortem carried out there to determine  the cause of death.

[spidermike007]

Multiple drug toxicity has been the cause of countless millions of deaths over the years, and in my opinion it's a form of suicide.

 

You just have to know that if you mix enough junk together it could just be shut down time for the bodies systems. 

[MichaelJackson]

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[RJRS1301]

22 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Picture courtesy of Josh Goldstone’s Instagram account

 

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, young British fighter Joshua Goldstone's dreams came to an abrupt end after he was found dead from a drug overdose in Pattaya, Thailand. The 21-year-old, whose promising career seemed just to be taking off, was discovered lifeless in his hotel room alongside Australian boxing champion Jayson Tonkin, who was rushed to the hospital and survived. Goldstone hailed from Etchingham, East Sussex, and had been dedicating his life to training and living in Thailand, a known haven for fighters honing their craft.

 

On the 30th of October, Goldstone was found in Room 2412 of the Vogue Hotel, and initially, Thai emergency services cited “respiratory and circulatory system failure” as the cause of death. However, Coroner Sarah Clarke, who opened an inquest at Oakwood House in Maidstone, revealed that a UK post-mortem confirmed the cause as multi-drug toxicity, shedding light on the tragic circumstances.

 

Before his untimely demise, Goldstone's life was filled with the thrill of competition and the camaraderie of his fellow fighters. He had been sharing snippets of his training sessions and matches from Hua Hin, receiving much praise for his determination and aggressive style in the ring. These moments painted a picture of a young man on the brink of greater success, fully embedded in the life he had worked hard to build.

 

 

 

 

The news of Goldstone’s death reverberated through his community back in the UK, leading to an outpouring of grief and tributes. Semtex Muay Thai in Tunbridge Wells, where Goldstone had honed his skills since his teens, paid heartfelt homage: "Josh has been a member of Semtex since he was a young teen and quickly became one of the family," they recalled. "He was a strong-spirited, kind-hearted and fearless boy who inspired many of our younger team members." These sentiments were echoed by friends and family who took to social media, sharing memories and expressing their sorrow: "Your light will continue to shine in our memories of such a fabulous young human being taken far too soon."

 

The fighter’s body was repatriated to the UK on November 9, just days after his life was tragically cut short. As friends and family mourn, they also celebrate the vibrancy and courage Goldstone brought to their lives, remembering him as the "joker" who could "put a smile on everyone’s face."

 

A full inquest into Joshua Goldstone’s death is expected to be held later this year, potentially revealing more about the circumstances surrounding his overdose. Meanwhile, the fighting community continues to grapple with the loss, cherishing the legacy of a bright talent gone too soon. They hold onto his memory, hoping to draw strength from the light he shone, both in the ring and in their hearts, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-04-11

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14179787/kickboxer-Jayson-Tonkin-Muay-Thai-Joshua-Goldstone-Pattaya.html