A man died after accepting a £700 dare to drink a whole bottle of whiskey as a street seller.

On Boxing Day in Thailand, a young man named Thanakarn Kanthee tragically passed away after consuming an entire bottle of whiskey as part of a dare. At only 21 years old, Thanakarn was known as a popular social media influencer, using his platform to support his family. He had been offered a substantial sum of money to chug 350ml of whiskey at a party, an offer he couldn't resist.

Known by the nickname "Bank Leicester", Thanakarn was familiar with taking on challenges in order to earn money for his loved ones. At the party, a video captured the moment he downed the alcohol while his friends cheered him on. However, the celebratory atmosphere quickly turned somber as Thanakarn began to feel ill and ultimately collapsed to the floor. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he sadly passed away at 3:40am.

Thanakarn had been raised by his grandmother since he was just two months old, and from a young age, he worked tirelessly to support them both. He sold garlands at a local flea market and even entertained customers with his improvised rap songs. As his popularity grew on social media, he was often seen participating in paid challenges, including drinking alcohol for money.

In the aftermath of his death, a video surfaced on Facebook showing partygoers laughing as emergency responders rushed Thanakarn to an ambulance. This callous behavior sparked outrage, and two social media influencers have since been arrested in connection with Thanakarn's tragic passing. In response, social media activist Guntouch Pongpaiboonwet has offered to support Thanakarn's family.

Guntouch expressed disappointment in those who chose to make light of the situation instead of taking responsibility for their actions. In a time of grief, it is heartening to see someone stepping up to advocate for Thanakarn and his loved ones. The police have also taken action, arresting two influencers in different provinces. This is a stark reminder that actions have consequences, and the safety and well-being of others should always be a top priority.

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