A Place In The Sun presenter Laura Hamilton has warned holidaymakers to be careful in the sea after witnessing the tragic death of a young man while filming for the Channel 4 show.
The 44-year-old said she took a walk along the beach after filming ended and encountered "a lot of commotion". She saw paramedics trying to resuscitate someone, later learning the victim was a 19-year-old boy who died despite their efforts.
Laura Hamilton's sleepless night
Posting on Instagram on Friday morning, Laura said she had hardly slept because her "mind racing" as she relived the incident. "I can't begin to imagine what that poor boy's family are thinking and feeling this morning," she added.
She warned: "Obviously lots of people are going on their summer holidays right now, so you know, just be really mindful when you're in the sea of currents, if you're letting your children go into the sea, even as a grown up going into the sea, just be careful."
Life is short
Laura said the tragedy reminded her that "life is short" and urged people to treasure loved ones because "nobody knows what tomorrow holds".
Many followers offered support in the comments. One wrote: "How sad and awful to witness, thoughts are with his family. You're right hold those we love close." Another said: "Very tragic and sad for the family."
Laura divides her time between the UK, Mallorca and Dubai. She bought a holiday property in Pollença Old Town, Mallorca, two years ago and has been sharing renovation updates. She also offers advice on buying abroad via her YouTube channel.
