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Jay Slater's mum says retracing his last steps in Tenerife gave her 'more closure'

Jay Slater's mum says retracing his last steps in Tenerife gave her 'more closure'

Summary

Jay Slater, a 19-year-old from Lancashire, died in Tenerife after going missing following a music festival in June 2024. His mother retraced his last steps, which helped her find more closure, and a documentary about the case will air soon. An inquest ruled his death was a tragic accident caused by a fall in a dangerous area.

Key Facts

  • Jay Slater went missing on 17 June 2024 in Tenerife after attending a music festival.
  • He was found dead after a 29-day search.
  • An inquest ruled Jay’s death was an accident with no third-party involvement.
  • He fell in a dangerous area and died from skull fractures and brain trauma.
  • Jay’s mother, Debbie Duncan, said retracing his steps was emotional but helped her understand the timeline better.
  • Forensic pathologist Richard Shepherd explained Jay’s injuries during the filming of a documentary.
  • Debbie Duncan is campaigning for "Jay’s Law" to stop online bullying and misinformation aimed at grieving families.
  • The documentary series "Cause of Death" will air on Channel Five at 21:00 BST on Wednesday.
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