The mysterious disappearance of British teenager Jay Slater in Tenerife has taken a significant turn, as the last person to see him alive has returned to the island to assist authorities.
The individual, who was with the 19-year-old apprentice bricklayer at the remote Airbnb rental in the village of Masca on the morning he vanished, has flown back to the Canary Islands to provide a crucial firsthand account to the Civil Guard.
This key witness's return marks a pivotal moment in the investigation, which has now entered its third week. Their testimony is expected to help detectives piece together Slater's final known movements and state of mind.
A Chilling Return to the Scene
The witness accompanied officers to the now-notorious holiday let, a small rural property located in an area known for its rugged, mountainous terrain. It was from this isolated location that Jay made his final distressed phone call to a friend on Monday, June 17th, stating he was lost, thirsty, and had only one percent battery on his phone.
Investigators are meticulously reviewing the timeline of events, focusing on the hours Jay spent at the Airbnb after attending the NRG music festival in south Tenerife. The witness's detailed recollection of their interactions could provide the breakthrough investigators desperately need.
A Family's Agonising Wait
Jay's family, who have travelled to Tenerife to lead their own search efforts, remain hopeful for answers. His mother, Debbie Duncan, has expressed her gratitude for the public's support while enduring what she describes as a "living nightmare."
The search operation, one of the largest in the island's recent history, has seen mountain rescue experts, sniffer dogs, and fire crews combing the treacherous Teno Rural Park. Despite the extensive efforts, the challenging landscape has so far yielded no trace of the missing teenager.
As the investigation continues, all eyes are on the evidence provided by the last person to see Jay Slater alive, a beacon of hope in a case that has captured the attention of the nation.
