Quentin Griffiths, aged 58, co-founded the online fashion retailer Asos in 2000 and served as its marketing director until 2004. After stepping down from the company, he retained his shares and profited significantly as the company grew, selling shares worth millions in the early 2010s. He relocated to Thailand, where he lived until his tragic fall from his 17th-floor apartment in Pattaya, a popular coastal destination in the country.

Prior to his untimely death, Griffiths had faced legal troubles; he was arrested last year after his ex-wife accused him of stealing 570,000 euros from their joint business. She alleged that he forged documents to sell shares and property without her knowledge, charges that Griffiths denied. He was released after questioning, but the investigation was ongoing, highlighting a troubled personal life that contrasted sharply with his business success.

The circumstances surrounding his fall are now under investigation by Thai authorities, who are looking into whether it was accidental or suspicious. This incident raises questions about the safety and well-being of expatriates living in Thailand, particularly those with complex pasts.