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Fox News
2 days ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Wife of British soccer club executive killed in jet ski collision in Spain
Debra Wright, the wife of a soccer team executive in England, was tragically killed in Spain over the weekend after a reported collision involving a jet ski and speedboat, the team announced in a statement Monday. Ashton Town Football Club, which plays in Division One North of the North West Counties League, released a statement on social media confirming the death of 47-year-old Wright, the wife of team chairman Chris Wright. "It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that on behalf of Ashton Town FC we announce the tragic death of Debra Wright, wife of Chris our Chairman who was tragically killed whilst on holiday in Spain on Saturday evening," a statement on X said. "Our family are in mourning at this sad time and we ask for time for Chris and his family and everyone and the club to be able to start to come to terms with this tragedy. RIP Debra, fly high sweetheart." Wright was aboard a jet ski being ridden by a friend near Playa de Los Toros, in Manilva, Malaga, at around 7 p.m. when the watercraft was struck by a speed boat, The Times reported, citing local law enforcement. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators told the outlet the driver of the speedboat allegedly had a "low" test reading for alcohol and that the individual had been detained on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter. According to The Times, the person was released. Tributes for Debra Wright poured in on social media. The team announced Monday that its match against Burscough was postponed "as a mark of respect" for the Wright family. "Our thoughts and love are with everyone who knew and cherished her," the team said. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Chris Wright's wife Debra Wright dies in Spain jet ski tragedy sparking grief across Ashton Town FC
Debra Wright, wife of Chris Wright, dies in Spain jet ski tragedy sparking grief across Ashton Town FC (Image via Getty) A terrible accident on holiday in Spain has shocked one English football club. A woman who was part of the club's close knit family passed away suddenly and the club is grieving. Details have since emerged but on Monday, Ashton Town Football Club in the UK released the sad news, and a lot of people still can't understand what has happened. The woman had strong ties to the club and was loved by many, she leaves behind a grieving family and a football morale bereaved community. Debra Wright, wife of Ashton Town FC Chairman Chris Wright, dies in jet ski crash in Spain On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Debra Wright, wife of hired Weston Town FC chairman Chris Wright, was killed in an unfortunate jet ski accident on vacation in Spain. The incident took place around 7:00PM local time, on the Playa de Los Toros beach. Based on The Times and SUR in English reports, Debra Wright was riding a jet ski when a speed boat operated by a friend collided with her at sea. She was only 43. Local police services (Guardia Civil) said emergency services responded quickly after those in the vicinity alerted authorities. Despite their response, Debra Wright was declared dead at the scene, with reports confirming that, sadly, she died from the impact. The man operating the boat was tested for alcohol and results showed he was over the limit. He was arrested for suspected involuntary manslaughter and released by police on bail. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kate Middleton's Daring Outfit Took Prince William's Breath Away Learn It Wise Undo by Taboola by Taboola Chris Wright and Ashton Town FC share their grief after losing Debra Wright On Monday, June 30, Ashton Town Football Club posted a heartfelt message on social media. 'It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the tragic death of Debra Wright, wife of Chris our Chairman,' the club wrote. 'Our family are in mourning at this sad time.' Many friends and fans shared kind words online. A former player, Tyler Magee, wrote, 'Always a smile on Debra's face. So sorry to hear.' Another user posted, 'Known Debra for years… her smile lit up the room.' The investigation into the accident is still ongoing, as officials decide what legal action to take next. Also Read: Big Beautiful Bill: Tax, Subsidy Cut On Clean Energy Trigger Outrage Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
'Incredible' mum dies in jet ski incident on Costa Del Sol trip
An "incredible" mum has died in a jet ski incident while on holiday in the Spanish resort of Costa del 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 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 BBC has contacted Spanish Police. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Football chairman Chris Wright held tragic wife Debra in his arms as she lay dying after jet ski crash in Costa del Sol
A BRIT woman killed in a jet ski and speedboat crash on a Costa del Sol beach spent her last moments in her husband's arms, he has revealed. Debra Wright, 47, was a mum of four and 'the glue' of the family, said her heartbroken husband Chris, chairman of Ashton Town FC. 4 4 Primary school teaching assistant Debra tragically died on Saturday evening when a speedboat crashed into the jet ski that she was riding with Chris at Los Toros beach in Manilva - just west of Estepona. Police said the speedboat was driven by a friend of the couple's, who failed a breath test after the horror crash. Chris, 52, has told how he swam to his wife after the crash to 'hold her in my arms until she passed away'. He said: 'My darling wife was a 47-year-old mother of four wonderful sons, Stuart, Jack, Josh and Leon and a nanny to seven beautiful grandchildren. 'She was an incredible sister and doting daughter. 'She was our compass, the glue to bind the family, an amazing woman whose glow would fill any room. 'She was so enigmatic, inspirational and loving. Our family will never be the same.' Debra's son Stuart McDonald shared a moving tribute on social media, writing: 'MUM… I never knew how much I needed someone until now, I'm so sorry that I didn't tell you just how much I loved you every single day. You meant the world to me." He added: 'You know I was never one for a Facebook post, but this is just for you. 'Sleep tight Mum, I miss you so much. Life will never be the same without you.' Brit tourists face holiday chaos with strikes confirmed for 180,000 hospitality staff throughout July on hotspot islands Son Leon Wright wrote in a tribute of his own: 'Words can't describe how much I'm missing you right now. "You were the life and soul of every party, I am so happy to be called your son and I couldn't have asked for anyone better to be my mum." Police said on Monday that the speedboat driver had been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and an alcohol-related offence after failing a breath test. Local outlets, including Diario Sur, say the reading the breath test gave was not a high one. He was reportedly released on bail after a behind-closed-doors court hearing on Sunday, with the investigation still ongoing. He has not been named or formally charged with any offence at this stage. Ashton Town FC, which plays in the North West Counties League Division One North, wrote on Monday: 'It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that on behalf of Ashton Town FC we announce the tragic death of Debra Wright, the wife of Chris our Chairman who was tragically killed whilst on holiday in Spain on Saturday evening. 'Our family are in mourning at this sad time and we ask for time for Chris and his family and everyone at the club to be able to start to come to terms with this tragedy. 'RIP Debra, fly high sweetheart x.' 'To our Debra Wright rip with the angels. The world has lost such a beautiful soul and I will miss your gorgeous smile. Taken far too soon.'
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
Husband of British woman killed in Spanish jet ski horror describes how he swam out to 'hold her in my arms until she passed away' after she was struck by boat driven by a friend
The husband of the woman who was killed in a jet ski crash on the Costa del Sol has told how he swam out to cradle his dying wife in his arms after the craft they were on was hit by a speedboat driven by a friend. Debra Wright, a 47-year-old mother-of-four, was named late on Monday as the British tourist killed in Saturday evening's collision in southern Spain. Chris Wright, the 52-year-old chairman of Ashton Town FC, revealed overnight that he swam to his wife, a primary school teaching assistant, after the crash off a beach in Manilva, west of Estepona, to 'hold her in my arms until she passed away'. He described her as an 'amazing woman' and the family 'compass and glue' as one of her sons admitted he was 'sorry' for not saying he loved her every day. 'My darling wife was a 47-year-old mother of four wonderful sons, Stuart, Jack, Josh and Leon and a nanny to seven beautiful grandchildren. She was an incredible sister and doting daughter,' he said. 'She was our compass, the glue to bind the family, an amazing woman whose glow would fill any room. She was so enigmatic, inspirational and loving. Our family will never be the same.' Son Stuart Mcdonald said in his own heart wrenching tribute on social media penned in the form of a personal letter: 'MUM…I never knew how much I needed someone until now, I'm so sorry that I didn't tell you just how much I loved you every single day. You meant the world to me.' Police revealed yesterday a man described as a friend who had been piloting the speedboat that struck the jet ski Debra was riding pillion on had been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and an alcohol-related offence after failing a breath test. Ms Wright is understood to have died instantly from the collision. Writing on social media, Mr Mcdonald added: 'I'm so angry and upset, totally lost, I don't even know how to move forward without you. 'You are my Mum, my best friend, I wish I could swap places with you. If I could knowing you would be ok, I would do it in a heartbeat. 'It would be impossible to thank you for everything you have done for us, you loved me when I couldn't love myself, you've backed me every step of the way. 'I really hope I made you just the tiniest bit proud.' Leon Wright, who works for Wigan-based family recruitment agency LRL, said in a separate tribute: 'I can't believe I am writing this. MUM you were one of a kind. 'Words can't describe how much I'm missing you right now. You were the life and soul of every party, I am so happy to be called your son and I couldn't have asked for anyone better to be my Mum. 'I just want to say thank you for all the great memories you have given me, thank you for all your support you have given me, thank you for all your love you have given and thank you for everything else that you have done for me. 'I'm trying to keep strong but you did that for me I am broken, I just want you back. I LOVE YOU MUM.' A message released by Ashton Town FC as a tribute to Debra on social media In a statement, the club announced the tragedy, writing: 'It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that on behalf of Ashton Town FC we announce the tragic death of Debra Wright, wife of Chris our Chairman who was tragically killed whilst on holiday in Spain on Saturday evening. 'Our family are in mourning at this sad time and we ask for time for Chris and his family and everyone at the club to be able to start to come to terms with this tragedy. 'RIP Debra, fly high sweetheart.' The club, based in Greater Manchester, play in the North West Counties League Division One North. The incident happened around 7.25pm on Saturday at a beach called Los Toros, just west of the popular holiday resort of Estepona. A spokesman for the Civil Guard in Malaga said: 'I can confirm the dead woman is a 43-year-old British national. 'She was a passenger on the jet ski.' A well-placed police source previously said: 'The jet ski was being driven by her partner. They appear to have been hit from behind by a friend at the wheel of a speedboat. 'He failed a breath test after the collision, so he's likely to have been arrested but that is not something I can confirm at this stage.' Debra and Chris were understood to have been on holiday in the area. A spokesman for a regional government-run emergency response coordination centre, speaking before police confirmed the nationality of the victim, said: 'A woman died late on Saturday in the town of Manilva in Malaga in a collision between a jet ski and a motorboat 'The nautical accident occurred on Los Toros beach at around 19:25 hours, when several witnesses alerted the coordination centre of a collision between a jet ski and a speedboat. 'The Civil Guard went to the scene with coastguards who mobilised a boat called Gadir and emergency medical responders.' A spokesperson for the UK's Foreign Office told MailOnline: 'We are supporting the family of a British woman who died in Spain and are in contact with the local authorities.'
