Dad dies after being 'bitten by venomous spider' he bought online
Mark Anthony Kirby died after flu-like symptoms following a venomous spider bite from an online purchase, with family urging stricter regulations on spider ownership.
- Mark Anthony Kirby, 38, died suddenly at home after being bitten by one of his pet spiders that he bought online a few weeks earlier.
- Despite complaining of feeling unwell, Kirby was still "playing pranks" during a meal at Toby Carvery before returning home on July 26.
- Kirby experienced flu-like symptoms for over a week before collapsing at home, and paramedics were unable to save him.
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Mark Anthony Kirby, 38-year-old British, had developed a recent fascination with the Arachnids, which he acquired online without any control
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Dad dies suddenly after being bitten by venomous spider
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