Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Mother of Teen Found Dead in Tenerife Faces Vicious Online Harassment

Debbie Duncan, mother of Jay Slater, endures relentless trolling and fake conspiracy theories after her son's tragic death.

  • Jay Slater disappeared in June during a holiday in Tenerife; his body was found after a month-long search.
  • Debbie Duncan has been targeted by internet trolls with false claims and disturbing images since her son's death.
  • Conspiracy theories falsely linked Slater to theft and drug cartels, adding to the family's grief.
  • Duncan received thousands of harassing messages, including fake pictures of her son being tortured.
  • Despite the abuse, a GoFundMe campaign raised over £72,000 to cover search and repatriation costs.
Hero image