Accident American National Dies of Suspected Heart Attack While Riding Motorcycle in Phuket

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Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A 56-year-old American man tragically died of a suspected heart attack while riding a motorcycle in Patong, Phuket, with his teenage niece as a passenger.

 

The incident occurred at approximately 19:00 Saturday, 31 May, on a curve along 50 Years Road (commonly referred to as 50 Pee Road) in Patong Subdistrict, Kathu District. Officers from Patong Police Station received a report of a fatal motorcycle crash involving a foreign national.

 

Upon arrival at the scene, police found a red Honda Click motorcycle off the roadside in a brush-covered area. Lying nearby was the body of the deceased tourist, later identified only as Mr Larry, a 56-year-old American citizen. His 16-year-old niece, Miss Isabella, was no longer at the scene by the time authorities arrived.

 

A doctor from Vachira Phuket Hospital conducted a preliminary examination on site, after which the body was transported to the hospital for a full post-mortem examination to confirm the cause of death.

 

Initial investigations revealed that Mr Larry and his niece had just finished dinner in the bustling Bangla Soi area and were returning to their accommodation on 50 Pee Road. According to police reports, Mr Larry complained of chest pains as they approached the curve. Moments later, he lost control of the motorcycle, which veered off the road. He died at the scene.

 

Family members confirmed to authorities that Mr Larry had a history of heart disease and there were no signs of foul play. Officials have since contacted the United States Embassy to assist with necessary formalities in accordance with international protocol.

 

The niece was reportedly unharmed but traumatised by the incident and is currently receiving support from local authorities and consular officials.

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-06-01.

 

 

 

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RIP Mr Larry, hope you were on your ‘end of tour’ and accomplished everything you wanted too when you were called upstairs……….we all have an expiration date, some’s sooner than others.   Rest in Peace