The mother of a Welshman who died while on holiday in Spain has shared a moving tribute to mark the second anniversary of his death. Nathan Osman, a 30-year-old welder, disappeared in Benidorm on September 27, 2024, and was later found dead at the bottom of a cliff on the outskirts of the city.
The Pontypridd dad-of-four went missing within hours of arriving on the holiday with friends. His loved ones have long claimed Spanish authorities failed to fully investigate all lines of enquiry.
A mother's words two years on
In a social media post on Sunday, his mother Elizabeth Osman wrote: "How have two years passed Nathan since your life was taken? It has been the most horrendous time of our lives having to go on without you here with us to love.
"I'm not going to go on about our pain because you all know and have been on our journey with us. Today the anniversary of Nathan's passing is no different to any other day, it's just a reminder of so much heartache in such little time."
Looking back I'm so damn proud of us and all Nathan's friends for the continued love and strength shown. Our fight is so real. Our lawyer is outstanding. Our fight is now ongoing and we are forever united in solidarity.
"My boy was sooo loved and protected for 30 years and will be sooo loved forever and a day. When I think of Nathan I am totally filled with love, a love that can't be removed or replaced.
"Nathan's infectious smile and humour were his personality from a small boy and he excelled to share his love with us all. It's true that where there is deep love then there is deep grief. Yes we feel it but I'm so grateful to have had Nathan in my life for 30 years. You blessed me and I'm thankful to God for every beautiful memory we shared.
"I know your with us everyday as I feel you always. Stand tall up in heaven my boy as your legacy goes on in your four beautiful children. The best Daddy ever. Keep smiling and keep being the inquisitive, smart, intelligent, funny, loving soul you are. Love you Nath with all that I am xxx."
Investigation and family's claims
The death was still being investigated by Spanish police as of December last year, according to a Sky News article from that time reporting on the family's concerns over the handling of the case.
Local authorities had reportedly closed the case before the family carried out their own investigation and presented their findings to Spanish prosecutors as evidence that others may have been involved. This led to the case being reopened, according to Sky News.
Nathan's family previously told the BBC they believed Nathan was abducted while walking alone to his hotel where he was staying with friends, before being robbed and taken to a remote area.
They claimed attempts were made to use Nathan's bank card after his body was found, and that his movements would have been captured by CCTV cameras. The family also claimed a health app on Nathan's phone tracked his last movements to the cliff and suggested he was in a vehicle, rather than walking or running.
Support and fundraising efforts
Elizabeth said her son had "everything to live for" and had been "so excited" for the last-minute trip away as a break from working two jobs.
We previously reported on the efforts of four of Nathan's friends to raise funds to support the family's campaign to ensure the case is properly investigated. The friends drove 1,400 miles to Benidorm in a £200 car so the family could meet legal and travel costs.
"He was just one of those people who had everything going for him," said one of the friends, Lloyd Perry. "He was the kind of person who was everyone's friend."
Last year South Wales Police said it was "carrying out enquiries on behalf of HM Coroner and a family liaison officer has been appointed to provide support".
