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Extra.ie
28-05-2025
- General
- Extra.ie
Tributes paid to Co Down boy (4) who drowned in swimming pool on holiday
Tributes have been paid to a Co Down boy who tragically died after drowning in a swimming pool while on holiday. Edward James Watson Massey, 4, tragically passed away in the San Miguel de Abona resort in the south of Tenerife, while he was on holiday with his family. Despite the best efforts of nearby doctors, rescuers from the holiday resort, ambulances and a medical helicopter, the child tragically passed away. Edward Massey, 4, tragically passed away while on holiday with his family in Tenerife. Pic: Funeral Times His death notice reads that he was the 'precious son of Richard and Joanne,' and the 'loving brother and best friend of Victoria.' 'Edward will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all his friends and family circle,' the notice said. 'He will be cherished in our hearts forever.' Tributes have poured in for the young boy following last week's tragedy, with one writing on social media 'So so sorry to hear about little Edward. Such a lovely wee boy so loved and cherished x we are praying for and thinking about Joanne, Richard and wee Victoria.' The young boy was on holiday with his family in Tenerife when the tragedy occurred. Pic:'Such an extremely sad and tragic time to come through, totally heartbreaking for all the family,' another wrote. 'Joanne, Richard Victoria and all the family are in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead. May God bless you and carry you through this.' 'Ohh Joanne i cannot even begin to fathom what you are all going through right now, life is so cruel,' another added. 'Sending you all the biggest hug, hoping it gives yous some strength through this difficult time. I will keep you all in my thoughts & prayers.' Funeral details for Edward Massey will be announced at a later date. A spokesperson for the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office confirmed that they were supporting his family and were in touch with Spanish authorities surrounding the tragedy.
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Pictured: Northern Irish boy, four, who was found dead in Tenerife swimming pool on family holiday
A four-year-old boy from Northern Ireland who tragically died after being pulled from a hotel swimming pool in Tenerife has been pictured for the first time. Edward James Watson Massey, from Co Down, was found found unresponsive on Thursday, May 22 in a pool in San Miguel de Abona, a popular holiday spot in the south of the island. A funeral notice for the young boy reads: 'Edward will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all his friends and family circle.' 'He will be cherished in our hearts forever. Our lives will never be the same without him.' He leaves behind parents Richard and Joanne and sister Victoria. Emergency services rushed to José Miguel Galván Bello Avenue shortly before 5pm local time following reports of a child in cardiac arrest. Several hotel guests, including individuals who identified themselves as doctors, reportedly joined the rescue efforts in a desperate attempt to revive the child. It's understood that a nurse from the Canary Islands Emergency Service (SUC) provided CPR instructions over the phone while medics scrambled to locate a defibrillator, The Sun reported. Two advanced life support ambulances and a medical helicopter were sent to the scene. However, despite the best efforts of paramedics, who carried out advanced resuscitation procedures, the child could not be saved. Spanish broadcaster Telecinco stated: 'The child died after failing to recover from a cardiorespiratory arrest following a rescue from a hotel pool.' Local police supported emergency teams at the scene, and the Civil Guard has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. A spokesperson for the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office told The Sun: 'We are supporting the family of a British child who has died in Spain, and are in contact with the local authorities.' The devastating tragedy comes after a a British woman died after plunging 60 feet from a scenic beauty spot in Majorca. The 39-year-old was rushed to hospital on Monday after falling from a lookout point in the Palma neighbourhood of El Jonquet, which overlooks the sea. Police and paramedics who responded to an emergency call stabilised her and she was transported to hospital, where she was admitted into an intensive care unit. The unnamed Briton died the same night at Palma's Son Espases Hospital, according to reports. Palma police have opened an investigation. Insiders close to the ongoing probe confirmed police were not looking for anyone else in connection with the tragedy and said the woman's death was not being treated as a crime. Detectives have spoken with witnesses who saw the woman fall. It was not immediately clear if she was on holiday in Majorca or lived locally.
The Sun
27-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
‘Heaven gains little angel' after ‘precious' boy, 4, dies in swimming pool incident on holiday in Spain as tributes paid
A "PRECIOUS" four-year-old boy who died on holiday is set to be laid to rest. Edward James Watson Massey passed away following an incident at a swimming pool in Tenerife, Spain, just before 5pm local time on Thursday, May 22. The child, from the Seaforde area in Co Down, died in the devastating accident in San Miguel de Abona, on the southern coast of the largest of the Canary Islands. Spanish TV channel Telecinco reported the lad had to be rescued from a hotel pool by a lifeguard, but had gone into cardiac arrest. Emergency services were despatched and a nurse gave instructions over the phone on how to find a defibrillator in the area. First responders and people who identified themselves as doctors carried out resuscitation manoeuvres. Despite ambulances and a medical helicopter being deployed to the scene, the boy passed away. Edward's funeral notice reads: "Precious son of Richard and Joanne. Loving brother and best friend of Victoria. "Funeral arrangements to follow. "Edward will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all his friends and family circle. "'He will be cherished in our hearts forever. Our lives will never be the same without him.'" One person online said Edward was a "a bubbly little boy whom his wee class mates at Cubs will really miss". 'BUBBLY LITTLE BOY' They added: "Heaven has gained a beautiful wee soul. "Praying for Richard, Joanne, little Victoria and the wider Massey and Watson families as you come to terms with this unimaginable pain of loss." Another said: "Heartbreaking, devastating news. My thoughts and prayers are with dear Joanne, Richard and darling wee Victoria and extended Watson and Massey families. Sincere condolences for this precious beautiful little boy." Someone else said: "So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with the whole family during this devastating time. His little classmates in preschool will miss him so much." Another person added: "Deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire family at this very sad and difficult time. My thoughts are with Joanne, Richard and little Victoria. Heaven's gained the most precious little angel."
