The daughter of a man who died in hospital days after going missing has paid a touching tribute to him. Colin Toseland went missing from Llandudno Community Hospital on Thursday, August 13, with multiple appeals released in a bid to find him.
Family's desperate search
His family launched a desperate search, appealing to local people to look out for the beloved grandfather. Colin's daughter Rachel Cooper revealed the family discovered CCTV footage of Colin visiting a nearby shop before leaving towards the direction of the hospital.
Police issued a public appeal for information on the Saturday before the search was stepped up the following day, with mountain rescue teams and a police drone unit drafted in to help.
Discovery and death
On the evening of Tuesday, August 18, Colin was discovered close to the hospital grounds and was rushed to hospital suffering from severe hypothermia. Tragically, the former nurse died on Wednesday, August 19, reports NorthWalesLive.
In a Facebook post that day, Rachel wrote: "We are heartbroken to share that our dad has sadly passed away at 12.30pm today. After spending far too long stuck outside in the cold Dad suffered severe hypothermia."
"His body had simply been through too much and despite everything the doctors did his organs had already begun to shut down when he was found. He fought as hard as he could right until the very end."
Outpouring of condolences
She went on to say: "I'm so grateful we had the chance to be there with him from when he was found right through to the end and that he wasn't alone."
"I really don't know what I'd have done without Wayne [Cooper] in his final moments. This last week has been a living nightmare for us all and absolutely far worse for him now knowing bits of what he's been through."
"Obviously we have no idea about funeral arrangements yet but once I do I will let people who wish to attend know. Rest peacefully, Dad. I love you and I'll miss you more than words can ever say."
The heartbreaking news has prompted an outpouring of condolences for the family. One person commented: "This is so sad, absolutely tragic." Another wrote: "I'm so sorry to hear the news Rachel, my thoughts go out to you all xxx."
Another, alluding to Colin's devoted support for Leeds United, remarked: "I've talked to him a number of times, both by phone and messenger. He loved his family and adored his grandkids. May he rest in peace now. MOT (Marching On Together) pal. You will be missed."
