British Expat ‘Beaten to Death’ in Canada, Fundraiser Launched

Luke Kellett‑Smith, a 34‑year‑old Briton from Woking, Surrey, was reportedly beaten to death on a street in Canada after a heated argument. Witnesses say he was struck twice, fell unconscious and died on the spot. The incident prompted family to launch a fundraiser to retrieve the body of the "gentle giant" from Canadian authorities. The event was reported on 11 January 2026, with the article published at 08:27 GMT by GB News. No specific Canadian city is named, but local police are investigating the case while the campaign gathers donations for repatriation costs.