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Daily Mail
6 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Cause of death for vulnerable boy, 16, who vanished while on holiday sparking a massive four-day search is revealed
The cause of death of a vulnerable teenage boy, who went missing while on holiday, has been revealed in an inquest today. Athrun Lombardo, 16, was first reported missing on May 10, while he was on holiday with his parents and brother in Llandudno, north Wales. The teenager, who was autistic, had last been seen that Saturday near a boating lake and playpark at West Shore Beach. Sea, land and air searches had been carried out in the area involving the police, coastguard, and RNLI, as well as members of the public. After a four-day major search for Athrun, his body was recovered at 6.20pm near the West Shore area. An inquest today heard how his family from Pinkers Mead, Emersons Green, Bristol had been staying at an AirBnB at the time. Following a post-mortem examination Home Office pathologist Dr Jonathan Medcalf gave a provisional cause of death as drowning. The inquest was adjourned to a date to be fixed. Last May, Chief Inspector Trystan Bevan expressed his 'deepest condolences' to Athrun's family after his death. 'I would ask for their privacy to be respected at this incredibly sad and difficult time,' he said. 'This is not the outcome anyone hoped for, and I would once again like to thank partner agencies and members of the public for their overwhelming support and tireless assistance with the searches over the last five days.' Janet Finch-Saunders, Member of the Welsh Parliament for Aberconwy, also posted a poignant tribute on Facebook to Athrun following his death. 'I am incredibly sad to learn of the tragic and very distressing outcome and I thank North Wales Police for providing such a difficult update,' she said. 'My thoughts and prayers are now with his parents, family and friends and we should allow them the privacy to grieve over their dreadful loss.'
BBC News
9 hours ago
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- BBC News
Llandudno: Athrun Lombardo died of drowning, inquest told
A vulnerable teenager who went missing while on holiday died of drowning, an inquest has been told.A major land, sea and air search was launched after 16-year-old Athrun Lombardo was reported missing on May 10 while staying in Llandudno with his parents and teenager, said to have been autistic, dyspraxic and with complex needs, was last seen at the resort's West Shore wearing only his blue swimming days later his body was found in the sea and a paramedic at Conwy lifeboat station confirmed his death. After a post-mortem examination, Home Office pathologist Dr Jonathan Medcalf gave a provisional cause of death as the opening of an inquest in Ruthin John Gittins, Senior Coroner for North Wales East and Central, said the family had been visiting Mrs Lombardo's parents in family, from Pinkers Mead, Emersons Green, Bristol were staying in an Air B&B a the inquest was adjourned to a date to be fixed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
'Sharpened focus' for Market Hall as owners to sell Welsh shopping centre
THE new owners of Carlisle's Market Hall are set to sell a shopping centre in North Wales in a move they say will help 'sharpen focus' on other active regeneration schemes. The Menai Centre, owned by Bearmont Capital, will go to auction with Savills on June 17 with a guide price of £4.2m. Bearmont Capital, the leaseholder that took over Carlisle's Market Hall in December last year amid concerns about the historic site's future, has a portfolio focused on "rejuvenating undervalued shopping centres, enhancing footfall and tenant mix to create sustainable retail spaces." Carlisle's Market Hall first opened in 1889 (Image: Stuart Walker) The Llandudno-based company took on The Menai Centre in Bangor in 2023. Rob Lloyd, CEO of Bearmont Group and former Channel 4 Secret Millionaire, said the decision to sell marks the natural conclusion of the company's original investment programme for the site. "The Menai Centre was always a longer-term investment, and we're incredibly proud of the progress made since acquiring it in 2023," he said. "At that time, the 130,000 sq ft building was approximately 80 per cent vacant, having lost major tenants like Debenhams and H&M during the pandemic. "Since then, Bearmont Capital has invested significantly in breathing new life into the site - attracting new occupiers, securing long-term tenancies, and working closely with partners to support a key regeneration scheme in Bangor. "Today, the centre is virtually fully occupied, playing a renewed role in the local economy," he said. Among the 'significant milestones' at the site is said to be the transformation of the former Debenhams unit into a health and wellbeing hub, developed in partnership with Cyngor Gwynedd and the Betsi Cadwaladr health board, and backed by Welsh Government funding. "We've successfully delivered on everyone's wants, needs and aspirations in bringing that hub to life, and it stands as a great example of how we want to work: in true partnership with local authorities to drive real community value," Rob said. "That same collaborative approach is exactly what we're looking forward to continuing with Cumberland Council." In Carlisle, the Bearmont Group has so far completed external restoration efforts to the covered market , which first opened in 1889, and yesterday (May 30), welcomed B&M into the 20,487sq ft vacant space which was formerly occupied by Wilko. "Since purchasing The Market Hall, we've already completed phases one to three of investment and welcomed B&M this morning into a fully refurbished, bright, and impressive new store. B&M moves into former Wilko unit in Carlisle (Image: NQ) "A second new retailer is due to open in Units 5 and 6 next week. "It's an exciting time with real momentum behind the scheme, and we remain committed to delivering long-term, sustainable improvements across all our sites," Rob said. Phase four of investment into the site, which includes refurbishing the old toilet block, is currently ongoing with Bearmont working with local contractor Cubby Construction.
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
Cyclist hits child in major emergency response incident
Multiple police and ambulance crews responded to an collision involving a cyclist and child. There was a major emergency response to the incident on Kings Road in Llandudno on Tuesday afternoon (May 28). North Wales Police confirmed its officers were called to a collision involving a child and a male cyclist shortly before 2pm. The road was closed while emergency services responded to the incident, North Wales Live reports. A spokesperson for North Wales Police said: "Police are in attendance at an incident on Kings Road in Llandudno. We were called shortly before 2pm on Tuesday May 27th, to report a collision involving a child and a male cyclist." READ MORE: Welsh restaurant in a former cowshed that's barely findable on a map got a rave review from The Times' food critic READ MORE: Severn Bridge forced to shut completely due to high winds Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here. We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice
The Sun
24-05-2025
- The Sun
Small seaside town voted UK's safest place to live set for £140k redevelopment
A SMALL seaside resort voted the safest place to live in the UK has undergone a historic revamp. The North Wales town has a long history of welcoming tourists, earning itself the title "Queen of the Welsh Watering Places". 3 Llandudno, which is home to around 19,700 residents, has been described as one of the safest places to live in the UK. Overlooking the Irish Sea, the town is nestled between two sandy beaches, North Shore beach and West Shore Beach, which have drawn in visitors since the 1800s. Located just an hour and 20 minutes from Liverpool, Llandudno has a wide range of historic sites, including the Victorian promenade known at The Parade and the iconic pier, built in 1877. The pier, which was recently restored after a storm last year, was named one of the best in UK. On the town's west side, an unusual circular shelter can be spotted on the seafront. The West Shore Tram Shelter previously served the Llandudno and Colwyn Bay Electric Railway. Beginning in 1907, this electric tramway operated between Llandudno and Rhos-on-Sea before later extending to Colwyn Bay in 1908. Service continued until the route's closure in 1956 . In 1929, the unique shelter was constructed for passengers and beach-goers alike. It is considered a notable example of early 20th-century tram infrastructure and designed in a circular plan with iron columns, metal glazing, and a copper-clad dome. The perfect Haven holiday park for a kid-friendly break - with direct beach access, indoor waterpark and neighbouring seaside theme park The building remains one of the few surviving structures from Llandudno's once extensive tram system and has received a Grade II listing. It continues to be a point of interest for visitors and tramway enthusiasts, confirming its historical significance within the town. While the shelter fell into disrepair over the decades, the community renovated the property as part of a wider £140,000 investment in the seafront. Part of the local collective was Friends of West Shore (FOWS), who successful submitted a key fund grant application. The project involved refurbishing the tired-looking, rusting, cast iron tram shelter. 'Downtrodden' English ghost town where locals feel 'left behind' being turned into 'vibrant' shopping hub in £9m revamp By Nicole Cherruault A "DOWNTRODDEN" English ghost town is being turned into a "vibrant" shopping hub in a £9million revamp. The town in northern Manchester set to totally transform as the council launches a multi-million pound"vision for change" after locals complained the town felt "left behind". More than 600 people were consulted over renovation plans in Eccles, Salford and work has now started on demolishing the town's shopping centre, which was suffering from falling visitors numbers. Following the demolition stage, a development partner will be appointed to bring new life to what residents described as a "downtrodden" town, reports Manchester Evening News. The objective, the council said, is to create a "vibrant" and a "fit for purpose" centre for people to enjoy. Attracting more independent retailers, and new bars and cafes are among the council's top priorities. And just three miles from Salford Quays and Manchester city centre, the redevelopment project looks set to transform the area into a buzzing place for young professionals and business owners. This comes as locals despaired over the ailing town, saying they felt it had been "left behind" and it was in desperate need of some "drastic" improvements. The council stressed that the demolition work will be a long process, with the initial phase due only to be completed by the end of the year. However, Councillor Mike McCusker reassured locals that despite the renovations, the town centre "remains open for business", stressing that the works only affect a few areas. He said: 'Whilst we work on the town centre of the future, today's town centre remains open for business,' said Coun Mike McCusker, lead member for planning, transport and sustainable development at Salford council. 'I want to stress that this demolition work only affects certain parts of the town centre. 'The shops and businesses on Church Street are still open for business and unaffected by this work.' Meanwhile, Councillor McCusker, who represents the Eccles ward, shared his enthusiasm for the project, in particular for its focus on the local community. In a statement, he spoke of his "excitement" for the times ahead in materialising their vision for a brighter, more dynamic Eccles. He said 'Through our purchase of the shopping centre, we were able to put the future of the town centre in the hands of the council and the community. 'It has enabled us to begin this important and long-overdue programme of work, to deliver the vision we have developed with the community. 'The demolition work will take some time, but there are exciting times ahead for Eccles as we work to bring this vision to life.' Funding not only enabled a full refurbishment to return the shelter to its former glory, but it has also helped create a site for public information, included details on local history topics. The restoration work has also provided a safe and secure space for future community events. And the refurbishment of the historic structure has likely contributed to the local feeling that living in the area is like "going back 50 years", as reported by The Telegraph. The two-mile stretch of Victorian terraces features grand hotels and a number of beautiful shops, restaurants, churches, and museums to explore. While the pier has a handful of slot machines and a pub overlooking the beach. 3 But it was on the town's quieter West Shore, where Alice Liddell, of Alice in Wonderland fame, spent long summer holidays during her childhood. You can summit the Great Orme on the local cable car tramway, enjoying scenic views from just £10.15 off-peak and £11.85 on-peak. Or you can get another taste of history at the Conwy Castle, with tickets beginning at £12.50. And for just £4.25, you can experience civilian life during World War II at the local Home Front Museum. After a long day on the beach or bustling pier, there are a variety of gastro-pubs to choose from, including The Cottage Loaf and The Albert. accommodation options available, including the central Elsinore Hotel, with rooms from just £59 per night.
