Asos Co-Founder Dies After Thailand Apartment Block Fall
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of the well-known online fashion retailer Asos, tragically passed away after falling from a high-rise apartment block in Pattaya, Thailand, on February 9. Thai police confirmed Griffiths was found dead on the ground outside a luxury hotel where he had been residing as a long-term tenant.
– Investigative Details:
– Griffiths was alone at the time of his death.
– His apartment was secured from the inside, with no signs of forced entry.
– An autopsy indicated no evidence of foul play.
Griffiths, a British citizen, played a pivotal role in the establishment of Asos in 2000, and he remained a significant shareholder even after departing from the company five years later. The Asos spokesperson expressed their condolences, stating, We’re saddened to hear about the passing of Quentin, one of our original co-founders. He played an important role in Asos’s earliest days, and we’re forever grateful for his contribution. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
– Background Context:
– A representative from the Foreign Office confirmed they are supporting Griffiths’ family and coordinating with local authorities following the incident.
– Police mentioned that Griffiths was involved in two ongoing court cases, which may have been a source of stress leading up to his death.
– He was reportedly separated from his second wife, a Thai national, and had been in a legal dispute concerning a joint business endeavor.
Co-founding Asos alongside Nick Robertson, Andrew Regan, and Deborah Thorpe, Griffiths helped launch a platform that initially focused on fashion inspired by what celebrities wore in movies and television—hence the name As Seen On Screen. Over the years, Asos evolved into a prominent online marketplace showcasing countless brands alongside its own product lines, once reaching a valuation exceeding £6 billion. Notable shareholders include Danish billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen, owner of Bestseller, and Mike Ashley, founder of Frasers Group.
As the news of Griffiths’ death continues to resonate within the fashion industry, it underscores the impact he had on the online retail space.
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