Asos co-founder dies after Thailand balcony fall
Quentin Griffiths co-founded Asos in 2000 and remained a significant shareholder after leaving the firm five years later.
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"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."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"We're saddened to hear about the passing of Quentin, one of our original co-founders."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"Police said initial investigations suggested suicide, and there were no indications of foul play."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"Initial investigations suggest suicide, and there are no indications of foul play."
— Quentin John Griffiths , Executive
"We are supporting the family of a British national who has died in Thailand and are in contact with the local authorities."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"Mr Griffiths had been worried about lawsuits from his former wife, a Thai national."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"We’re saddened to hear about the passing of Quentin, one of our original co-founders. He played an important role in Asos’ earliest days and we’re forever grateful for his contribution."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"We are supporting the family of a British national who has died in Thailand and are in contact with the local authorities."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"Police said initial investigations suggested suicide, and there were no indications of foul play."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"Initial investigations suggest suicide, and there were no indications of foul play."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
"The police also quoted a Thai friend of Griffiths as saying the Briton had been worried about lawsuits from his former wife."
— Quentin Griffiths , Executive
Key People
Andrew Regan co-founded Asos with Quentin Griffiths and Nick Robertson.
Michelle Obama is a former First Lady of the United States and known for her advocacy for healthy living.
Nick Robertson co-founded Asos alongside Quentin Griffiths.
The Princess of Wales is a member of the British royal family, known for various charitable endeavors.
Quentin Griffiths co-founded Asos in 2000 and remained a significant shareholder after leaving the firm five years later.
Quentin Griffiths co-founded British fast-fashion retailer Asos in 2000 and was involved in multiple legal disputes prior to his death.
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Quentin Griffiths co-founded Asos in 2000 and remained a significant shareholder after leaving the firm five years later.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of Asos, died after falling from an 18-storey condominium in Pattaya, Thailand. An autopsy found no signs of foul play, and initial investigations suggest suicide. Griffiths had been involved in legal disputes with his former wife, which may have caused him stress.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the balcony of his 17th-floor apartment in Pattaya, Thailand. Police found no signs of disturbance inside the apartment, but have not ruled out foul play until the probe is completed. Griffiths was reportedly involved in a dispute with his Thai ex-wife over financial matters.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after a mysterious fall from his 17th-floor condo in Thailand. Police found no disturbance in the apartment but have not ruled out foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from his 17th-floor condo in Pattaya, Thailand. Police found no signs of foul play but are investigating ongoing court cases that might have caused him stress.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from a high-rise apartment block in Pattaya, Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no evidence of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the 17th floor of a residential building in Pattaya, Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no indications of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the 17th floor of an apartment building in Pattaya, Thailand. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from a high-rise condominium in Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no signs of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of Asos, was found dead after falling from a hotel balcony in Pattaya, Thailand. Police found no signs of foul play, and an autopsy revealed no indication of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of Asos, died after falling from the balcony of a high-rise apartment block in Thailand. Police found no signs of foul play, and an autopsy confirmed no indications of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after a fall from a balcony in Pattaya, Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no signs of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of Asos, died after a fall from a balcony in Pattaya, Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no signs of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the 17th floor of his apartment in Pattaya, Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no signs of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the 17th floor of an apartment block in Pattaya, Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no indications of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the 17th floor of an apartment building in Pattaya, Thailand. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the balcony of his 17th-floor apartment in Pattaya, Thailand. Police are investigating the circumstances of his death.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from the 17th floor of his apartment in Pattaya, Thailand. Police found no signs of foul play, and initial investigations suggest suicide. Griffiths had been involved in legal disputes with his former wife, which may have caused him stress.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of Asos, died after falling from his 17th-floor apartment in Pattaya, Thailand. Police suggest suicide, with no signs of foul play.
Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of ASOS, died after falling from a balcony in Pattaya, Thailand. Police found no signs of foul play, and legal disputes with his former wife may have contributed to his death.
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