Man 'emailed by Betfair after taking own life'

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Luke Ashton, a 24-year-old who died by suicide in April 2021 after accumulating significant online gambling debts, continued to receive marketing emails from Betfair even after his death. His family claims the betting platform sent promotional messages to his account, raising questions about how gambling companies monitor accounts of deceased users and whether their safeguarding practices adequately protect vulnerable customers. The case highlights gaps in responsible gambling oversight and the persistence of marketing tactics targeting people who may be in financial distress.