Melbourne Chiropractor Dies in Tragic Accident While on Holiday in Vietnam
Wellbeing Chiropractic announced Dr Crawford’s passing in a notice to clients on Tuesday, expressing deep sadness and condolences to his family, friends, and patients.
The clinic praised Dr Crawford’s dedication, kindness, and passion, which will live on in the lives he touched.
The exact details of the accident, which occurred on August 5, were not disclosed.
Background and Tributes
Dr Crawford was born and raised in Western Australia before moving to Victoria in 2010 to pursue a career in the health industry.
He studied at RMIT University, where he worked with the RMIT Sports Academy and clinic.
He later gained experience in sports rehabilitation and recovery in Gisborne.
Outside of his practice, Dr Crawford enjoyed staying active, keeping fit, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Tributes have poured in on social media, with many describing Dr Crawford as a “young, clever man” and a “lovely young guy.”
A funeral service was held on August 21 at St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Sunbury.
Consular Assistance and Safety Concerns
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) confirmed it was providing consular assistance to Dr Crawford’s family.
A spokeswoman expressed the department’s deepest condolences and noted that due to privacy obligations, no further comment could be made.
According to DFAT’s recent Consular State of Play report, 91 Australians died in Vietnam in 2023-24, making it the fourth most deadly overseas destination.