Brit falls 70ft to death from 7th floor Turkey hotel after ‘trying to climb up through window’
A BRIT tourist has died after falling from the seventh floor of a hotel window in Turkey while reportedly trying to get into another room. The man – identified by friends as Scotsman Anthony McDowall, 29 – fell to his death from the window of the building in Istanbul. Stunned onlookers watched in horror as […]
A BRIT tourist has died after falling from the seventh floor of a hotel window in Turkey while reportedly trying to get into another room.
The man – identified by friends as Scotsman Anthony McDowall, 29 – fell to his death from the window of the building in Istanbul.
Stunned onlookers watched in horror as he lost his grip on the window ledge and plunged to the street below.
Turkish Police said Mr McDowall, of Glasgow, had been visiting the city with his American ex-girlfriend and another pal.
Moments before his death, topless Mr McDowall was seen dangling from a to-floor window ledge.
Witnesses said he seemed to be trying to edge his way over to the next window.
He then lost his balance and fell out of sight, it’s reported.
Officials in Turkey said he died at the scene in Hacimimi Mahallesi Karabas Street, in the Beyoglu district.
A source told the Hurriyet Daily News Mr McDowall arrived in Istanbul on September 15 – the same day as his ex, a woman called Estee.
The couple then met with another person, and the three spent the night at an unlicensed hotel.
The following day, Mr McDowall was seen dangling from a ledge and reportedly trying to get into another room through a window.
He then fell seven storeys – a distance of some 70 feet.
It is understood his devastated family are now travelling to Istanbul.
Officials from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office have confirmed they are aware of Mr McDowall’s death.
“We are supporting the family of a British man following his death in Turkey and are in touch with the local authorities,” a spokesman said.
According to Turkish media, after watching security footage, investigators believe there was no one else in the hotel room when Mr McDowall was dangling from the window.
Three people were also reportedly been questioned by police after his death.
Stunned pals back home left poignant tributes to Mr McDowall on social media.
One wrote: “My heart is broken, my best friend.”
One of Mr McDowall’s football sides also shared a poingnat tribute online.
Southside United AFC said: “We are devastated to hear the news of the passing of Tony McDowall whilst on holiday.
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“Tony played a huge role when we gained promotion to the premier division.
“Tony was a great player and more importantly a great guy.
“Our thoughts are with his family & friends. RIP Tony.”