Jay Slater, a 19-year-old from Lancashire, disappeared during a holiday in Tenerife in June 2024. He had gone to a music festival in Playa de las Americas, and later went to a quiet mountain area with two men he met.
📱 The last time anyone heard from Jay was when he called his friend Lucy Law. During the call, he said he was lost, possibly hurt, and that his phone battery was down to just 1%. After that, no one was able to reach him again.
đźš“ Witnesses Still Not Found
Despite months of efforts, police were not able to find Jay’s friends who were with him during the trip. These include Lucy Law and Brad Hargreaves, both important to the investigation.
👤 Officers also tried to contact Ayub Qassim, the man who had rented the Airbnb in the village of Masca, but he no longer lives at the known address.
⚠️ Cause of Death Revealed
A forensic doctor confirmed that Jay died from a serious head injury, likely after falling from a high place.
There were no marks on his body that showed signs of a fight, being held, or an attack. While experts can't say for sure whether he was pushed, they found no signs of violence or force.
đź’Š Drug Traces Found
Toxicology tests showed that Jay had taken MDMA, cocaine, and ketamine before his death.
🕊️ Community Says Goodbye
Jay's funeral was held in August 2024 in his hometown. Hundreds came to pay tribute, and many wore blue, his favorite color. He was remembered as a kind and fun person with a big heart.
🌍 The Story That Touched Thousands
Jay's disappearance sparked a huge public response, especially on social media. Online groups with hundreds of thousands of members followed every update. Police are still hoping to reach key witnesses to better understand what happened.
