A BRIT grandfather has died after he was electrocuted while doing DIY for a woman on a cycling trip around Mexico.
Al Brown, 50, was tragically killed after touching a live overhead cable on June 2.
The tragedy unfolded just hours before he was due to fly home to meet his grandson in Norwich for the first time.
Al, a grandfather-of-five, died at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services.
He had been working on a roof in the town of Tepoztlan to help pay for a recent hernia operation.
A heartbreaking statement shared by Al’s friends on GoFundMe read: “We are heartbroken to share the devastating news that our dear friend Al Brown has tragically passed away following an accident in Mexico.
“Al was just 50 years old, full of life, and known for his adventurous spirit and kind heart.
“A passionate angler, he spent countless peaceful hours at Bawburgh Lakes, a place he truly loved.
“In recent years, Al found a new passion in cycling, embracing the freedom and challenge it brought him.
“Most recently, Al had been on an incredible journey, cycling through parts of America—a dream he had long held.
“He completed his adventure just a few weeks ago, finishing in Mexico, where he sadly lost his life.
We are setting up this page to raise funds to help those whose lives Al touched with the costs of bringing him home and giving him the farewell he deserves.
“Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a difference and will be deeply appreciated by all who knew and loved Al.
“Thank you for your support during this incredibly difficult time.”
Al had previously completed the 2,650-mile-long Pacific Crest Trail – which involved cycling from Canada to Mexico.
However, he later had to fund a hernia operation for himself in the country which led him to undertake a “work away” scheme.
It saw him helping with maintenance jobs at the house where the accident unfolded.
Al was a keen and respected fisherman in Norwich, as well as a key member of the fishing community at Bawburgh Lakes.
The fishing community has organised a memorial event this weekend to pay tribute and raise further funds.
Al Brown tragically died after being electrocuted on June 2
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