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Family of Teen Who Died on Ibiza Holiday Urge Caution as Fund Exceeds £8,250

Grieving parents warn young holidaymakers about ecstasy dangers following their son’s fatal collapse after taking a pill in Ibiza.

Overview

  • After taking a suspected ecstasy pill in UNVRS nightclub on July 2, 18-year-old Ryan Long collapsed and died five days later from acute organ failure at Palma de Mallorca hospital.
  • Adrian and Angela Long have travelled to Spain and are publicly advising peers to think twice before using recreational drugs on holiday.
  • A GoFundMe page set up by family friend and coach Ben Bradford has raised over £8,250 to support the Long family’s expenses.
  • Ryan’s former club, Ben Bradford Goalkeeping Academy, and his teammates are planning memorial tributes to honour his memory.
  • The case underscores concerns that high costs in Ibiza’s nightlife may drive price-sensitive visitors to unregulated substances with fatal risks.