Jay Slater's mum has shared a final message on a Go Fund Me page for the family after more than £72,000 was raised. Debbie Duncan shared the update on the fundraiser last week as donations were turned off. She revealed what the money had been spent on as she thanked people for their support and donations following the death of her 'beautiful boy'.
Jay, an apprentice bricklayer from Oswaldtwistle in Lancashire, vanished during a festival holiday in Tenerife on June 17. A huge search was launched for him on the Spanish island, sparking worldwide media coverage. READ NEXT: Tributes to legendary restauranteur who duped food scene with frozen Dr Oetker pizzas On July 15, the 19-year-old's his body was sadly discovered near the village of Masca , not far from his last known location.
A post-mortem examination found the teenager died of traumatic head injuries, consistent with a fall from height. The fundraiser for Jay's family was first up by his friend Lucy on June 20. After Jay's body was found, his mum Debbie encouraged members of the public to donate to help with the funeral costs and repatriating his body.
She said: "Hello everyone, thank you for all of your kindness, support and condolences in light of the tragic news that Jay’s body has been found. We are overwhelmed with grief and are so grateful for your support." The mum added: "We are working with agencies to arrange Jay’s repatriation to the UK and the remaining funds, along with any future donations will be used t.