Tragic Pool Death Teen Funeral Today

Tuesday, 28 July 2009 09:49

The funeral of a Manx teenager who died in a swimming pool in Thailand will take place today.

Nathan Clark Griffiths drowned while he was allegedly searching for his goggles.

His body was found half an hour after he disappeared, its believed he lifted the underwater grille at the bottom of the pool, his body was found in the pumping room.

The shocking and tragic death of the 14 year old made headlines around the world.

His former teacher at Ramsey Grammar spoke to 3fm about his memories of Nathan.

The funeral will be taking place at Braddan Church at 13:30

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