Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of the successful online fashion retailer Asos, tragically lost his life after falling from the 17th floor of his condo in Pattaya, Thailand. The 58-year-old entrepreneur’s death has raised suspicions, as police reported no signs of disturbance within the apartment, leaving the possibility of foul play open pending further investigation.
This incident comes in the wake of a significant dispute with his ex-wife, who accused him of embezzling £500,000 from their shared business. Last year, Griffiths was detained and questioned by authorities regarding allegations that he forged documents to sell land and shares from the company without her knowledge. Griffiths maintained his innocence and was subsequently released, but the investigation was still ongoing.
Authorities are yet to determine the exact cause of Griffiths’ death, which will require a comprehensive post-mortem examination that could take several months. Upon discovery by police and paramedics, Griffiths was found lifeless on the ground beneath his balcony.
A source close to the family remarked, “It’s a real mystery. The phrase ‘suspicious circumstances’ has been used but we just don’t know yet.” Griffiths was instrumental in launching Asos in 2000, a company that has since developed into a £3 billion global fashion titan, with notable figures like the Princess of Wales and Michelle Obama donning its designs.
Having relocated to Thailand around 2007 after divorcing his first wife, Griffiths married a Thai woman and fathered two children. He had separated from his second wife several years ago. In response to his untimely death, a spokesman from the Foreign Office stated that they are providing support to Griffiths’ family and are liaising with local authorities.
While the circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, Griffiths’ remarkable journey from co-founding Asos to facing legal disputes and his subsequent unexpected demise leaves a complex legacy worth examining as further revelations unfold.