36 year old American man found dead in Chiang Mai hostel

A 36 year old American man has been found dead at a hostel in Chiang Mai.

Police were called to the hostel in Chiang Phueak on Tuesday morning after staff reported that a foreign tourist had died.

The man, identified as Mr Richard Justin, was sitting upright against his bed.

Staff told police that the deceased had been staying at the hotel since February 13 and that a few days ago he had fainted and suffered seizure, which he received first aid for.

Police said there were no signs of a struggle in the room and that they suspect underlying health problems may be the cause of death.

The man’s body was sent to Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital for autopsy.

The American Consulate in Chiang Mai was also informed of the death.

Sanook

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