/ 10 March 2008

German tourist chokes to death at restaurant

A 57-year-old German tourist died at St Francis Bay when he apparently choked on his food at a restaurant, Eastern Cape police said.

Victor Bhor was at a restaurant on Sunday when the incident occurred, said Inspector Gerda Swart.

She said Bhor’s friends, who accompanied him to dinner, tried to assist him but were not successful.

”A post-mortem is being conducted to reveal what he allegedly choked on.”

His next-of-kin was informed and details of funeral arrangements were not yet known.

Police were investigating. — Sapa