Teenager's Death Ruled Accidental After Tenerife Disappearance

Teenager Jay Slater's Death Ruled Accidental After Tenerife Disappearance Lancashire teenager Jay Slater, 19, died from injuries consistent with a fall, a coroner's inquest has concluded. Slater disappeared in Tenerife last summer, his body discovered nearly a month later in a remote, mountainous area. The inquest heard evidence suggesting the fall caused immediate death. There was no indication of foul play. The coroner stated, "The pattern of injuries was entirely consistent with a fall from a height that would have caused an immediate and devastating effect." Slater's family is understandably devastated but finds some solace in the conclusion that his death was accidental. The hearing is ongoing.