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Perth Father Dies in Bali After Bashing According to Family
His son said the Perth father suffered 10 broken ribs, internal bleeding and three surgeries before dying in intensive care, with police tracking suspects.
Perth father Paul Dougan died in a Bali hospital on Thursday after being allegedly assaulted by a group of Australians while on holiday at the popular Indonesian tourist island.
Dougan, from Gosnells, suffered 10 broken ribs and severe internal bleeding after a group of strangers allegedly beat and kicked him 10 days ago, requiring three major surgeries including spleen removal.
Police visited the One Tribe bar in Kuta on Thursday to investigate the incident, which occurred almost two weeks ago as the group of suspects remained unidentified.
Son Liam Dougan launched a GoFundMe page on Wednesday to support the family with mounting medical costs, raising more than $50,000 as of Friday morning.
Seeking justice for the attack, Liam stated, "There will be justice, but none of this will bring dad back," as the family navigates this incredibly difficult time.