A British tourist has died in a motorcycle accident whilst on holiday in Thailand.
Corey Beavis, 28, from Barry, Wales, lost his life on Saturday, following the crash in Phuket.
Reports from Thailand indicate he was riding a rented motorcycle and was not wearing a helmet at the time of the incident.
The tragic news has devastated his family, including his twin brother Liam, who shared an especially close bond with Corey.
Corey Beavis was riding a rented motorcycle and was not wearing a helmet at the time of the incident
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In a heartfelt tribute, Liam spoke of the unbreakable bond he shared with his twin brother.
“Every single good memory I have in life” was shared with “my brother, my best friend and my number one partner in crime,” Liam said.
He vowed to honour his brother’s memory, stating: “I will struggle to find a way to deal with this pain for the rest of my life, but I promise I will make you really proud.”
“From the womb to the world,” Liam added. “Now I’ll take him on my journey whilst he’s watching over me, absolutely smashing it for him like he’d want me to.”
The twins had “lived life to the fullest,” Liam told the BBC, adding: “I’m glad we did it together.”
“This has changed me forever,” he exclaimed.
The family released a moving statement describing Corey’s vibrant personality and zest for life.
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The incident happened on the island of Phuket in Thailand
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They said: “Corey lit up any room he walked into, with his larger than life character and his infectious laugh.
“He had so much left to give this world, but also lived a life 10 times beyond his wildest imagination.”
They remembered him as “a real genuine person with nothing but love for the people around him.”
The family spoke of their “immeasurable loss” following the devastating news received on Saturday morning.
Corey was well-known and popular in his hometown of Barry, where news of his death has deeply affected the community.
A fundraising campaign launched to cover repatriation costs has raised over £37,000, surpassing the initial £35,000 target.
The family revealed they faced “unimaginable” costs as Corey did not have travel or life insurance policies in place.
Well-wishers responded rapidly to the appeal, with more than £10,000 donated within the first 24 hours.
Touching messages have accompanied the donations, with one supporter writing: “Let’s get you home where you belong with your family mate.”
Another donor added: “Heartbreaking news. Fly high young Corey, sending all our love and support to you.”
The funds will help the family with the repatriation process and laying their “beautiful boy to rest.”
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office confirmed they are supporting the family of a British man who died in Thailand and are in contact with local authorities.