A 52-year-old Singaporean man tragically died on Saturday night after a massage session in Patong, Phuket. According to reports, the man began experiencing breathing difficulties and snoring loudly while on the massage table and collapsed shortly afterward. Emergency responders were called to the scene but were unable to save him.

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Preliminary investigations indicate that the man may have suffered from pre-existing health conditions, with some reports suggesting a blood clot as a possible cause of death.

A 52-year-old Singaporean tourist, Mr. Lee Mun Tuk, died on Dec 7 after a 45-minute oil massage at Phuket’s Patong beach. His wife cited pre-existing health conditions, with no foul play suspected. The cause of death remains unknown.#singaporean #phuketisland #patongbeach pic.twitter.com/SpFVrYHFB3

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The massage parlor staff cooperated fully with authorities, and no foul play is suspected at this time. A police colonel stated that the Singaporean’s wife refused an autopsy and took the body home for religious rites.

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Thai authorities have reminded businesses to be vigilant about screening clients with potential health risks before offering massage services.