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Jay Slater’s Mother Urges ‘Jay’s Law’ After Daily Online Abuse

An inquest previously ruled his death an accident with no third party, a finding she says conspiracy theorists continue to ignore.

Overview

  • Debbie Duncan appeared on Good Morning Britain on November 25 to call for a legal duty on platforms to remove misinformation targeting bereaved families.
  • She said she receives abuse every day, including fabricated photos and videos of her son, and expects more harassment following her TV interview.
  • Conspiracy theories began during the search in Tenerife, and she said early helpful publicity later gave way to targeted accusations against her.
  • The inquest at Preston Coroner’s Court found Jay Slater died on June 17, 2024, after a 20–25 metre fall in the Juan Lopez ravine in Tenerife, with no third-party involvement.
  • Jay’s body was recovered after a 29-day search by Spanish police, volunteers, family and rescue teams, and Duncan says ‘Jay’s Law’ is meant to stop continued abuse when facts are established.