Man, 75, dies in Thailand balcony fall

City and beach view of the city of Pattaya, Thailand. The sea front is lit up and there are the words PATTAYA city lit up in neon on the treeline. Skyscrapers line the background. Image source, Getty Images
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Officers in Thailand said Keith Jones was in the coastal resort of Pattaya

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A 75-year-old man from north Wales has died after falling from a hotel balcony in Thailand.

Officers in Thailand said Keith Jones, from Prestatyn, Denbighshire, died at the scene of the fall in Pattaya on Saturday.

Lieutenant Manasak Phonlayiam, from Thai police, confirmed the name of Mr Jones, and said the British Embassy has been informed.

Police believe there were no suspicious circumstances and said investigations are continuing.

A spokesperson from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said: "We are supporting the family of a British man who has died in Thailand and are in contact with the local authorities."