Man dies from suspected venomous spider bite

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A father died after a suspected venomous spider bite from a pet purchased online. Mark Anthony Kirby, 38, experienced flu-like symptoms for over a week before collapsing and dying on August 2. His family believes the spider bite caused his death. Kirby had recently bought five spiders online. His ex-partner stated he was advised to seek medical attention for the bite but did not.


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