In brief
In July, Joshua Foster’s 2‑year‑old son was carried to a windowsill at the King Evelthon Beach Hotel and Resort in Chlorakas, Cyprus, where he fell 12.1 m to his death. The Paphos District Court found Foster guilty of causing death through a reckless act and fined him €3,000 (£2,500). The case has raised concerns about safety protocols at tourist hotels, especially when children are involved. Foster, 37, from Essex, was visibly shaken during the sentencing. Authorities say the incident underlines the importance of strict supervision and proper safety measures.
Joshua Foster, 37, from Essex, was fined €3,000 after his 2‑year‑old son died following a fatal fall from a window at the King Evelthon Beach Hotel and Resort in Chlorakas, Cyprus.
The incident occurred on 12 July, the first day of the family’s holiday. Foster had carried his son onto a windowsill to show him the nearby waterpark and “lost control” of him, the court heard.
The boy fell nearly 40 ft (12.1 m) from the fourth floor. The Paphos District Court found Foster guilty of causing death through a reckless, rash or dangerous act and handed down the fine on Friday morning.
When the judge issued the sentence, Foster openly swore as tears streamed down his face before hugging his lawyer and parents. He has admitted negligence, prompting a public call for stricter safety protocols in tourist accommodations.
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