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'Incredible' mum dies in jet ski incident on Costa Del Sol trip

'Incredible' mum dies in jet ski incident on Costa Del Sol trip

BBC News01-07-2025
An "incredible" mum has died in a jet ski incident while on holiday in the Spanish resort of Costa del Sol.Debra Wright from St Helens, Merseyside, was killed after the jet ski she was riding on was involved in a crash with a speedboat. The 47-year-old is the wife of Ashton Town FC's chairman Chris Wright, with the club saying it was "deeply saddened" by the news. Mrs Wright's son Stu McDonald, paid tribute to his mum and has described her as the "life and soul of the party" adding "I simply don't want to do life without her".
"It's incredible to see how many lives she has touched, all in a fun positive way. She was incredible." he said. A FCDO Spokesperson confirmed they are supporting the family of a British woman who has died in Spain.Taking to its social media feeds, Ashton Town FC posted its own tribute to Mrs Wright and confirmed the club's upcoming game has been postponed as a mark of respect."The Ashton Town family is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Debra." Its tribute said. It added: "Our thoughts and love are with everyone who knew and cherished her." Ashton Town FC plays at Bartons Group stadium on Edge Green Street, in Ashton in Makerfield, Wigan, and compete in the North West Counties League Division One North.The BBC has contacted Spanish Police.
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