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A British father found dead at the base of a Benidorm cliff may have been murdered, according to police. Nathan Osman plummeted 600ft searching for his hotel just a day after landing for his first lads' holiday.
Initially, officers believed the 30-year-old had suffered a horrific accident or possibly even committed suicide, but his family insisted that the father-of-four seldom drank, never used drugs, and loved life. After conducting their own investigation and gathering evidence suggesting a potential murder, they have now persuaded Spanish authorities to re-evaluate his death last September as suspicious.
Nathan, hailing from Pontypridd, south Wales, had expressed his excitement about his impending holiday to his brother the night before travelling to the Spanish resort.
He also seemed calm in every piece of CCTV footage his family managed to collect of him. Nathan's body was found a 50-minute walk from his last known location. According to his family, the only path to the cliff top would have been nearly impossible to navigate in the dark, implying he was likely transported there.
They also uncovered an attempt to use his bank card just hours after his death at a shop a short drive away. When his body was discovered, all his valuables, except for his damaged phone, were missing.
After presenting their findings to officers, Spanish authorities now concur with their belief that Nathan was likely murdered.
The Olive Press reported: "The judge and prosecutor agreed to reopen the case and to investigate Nathan's death as a potential homicide. With foul play being determined due to the factors raised."
Nathan left behind a daughter and three sons. An online fundraiser created in September to repatriate his body said they were "heartbroken after hearing this tragic news".
The page said: "Nathan was the smile that would light up the room, and to anyone that had the pleasure of meeting him, he would tell you that his four children were his whole world. A dedicated father who provided his children with the best life."
Last October, Mr Osman's family paid tribute to him. They said: "Nathan was the most loyal person, a faultless son, a caring brother, a fun loving uncle and a true friend to anyone that was lucky enough to know him. His smile and his big brown eyes were infectious. He was the kindest of souls and his legacy will live on through his four beautiful children.
"Nathan enjoyed spending mornings at the beach with his children and partner. They loved exploring, being outdoors and going for hikes always having a great time and making beautiful memories. Nathan was totally devoted to his family, and as long as his family were happy, he was too."
The murder investigation continues.
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