British Teen Jay Slater Goes Missing in Tenerife: Concerns Grow Over Search Efforts

Concerns are rising over the search for 19-year-old British apprentice bricklayer Jay Slater, who went missing in Tenerife after attending a music festival. Despite extensive efforts by authorities, including the use of helicopters and drones, there has been no sign of him. His friend criticises Spanish police while his mother joins the search, with the community rallying together in a fundraising effort.

British Teen Jay Slater Goes Missing in Tenerife: Key Details

Jay Slater, a 19-year-old apprentice bricklayer from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, has been missing in Tenerife since Monday, June 17, 2024. After attending the NRG music festival, Jay was last seen at an Airbnb in Masca, Tenerife, with two British men he had recently met. Despite extensive search efforts by police, including the use of helicopters, drones, and sniffer dogs, there has been no sign of him.

On Monday morning, Jay called his friend Lucy Law, saying he was lost and had only 1% battery left on his phone. His phone last pinged near the Mirador La Cruz de Hilda restaurant in Rural de Teno park, popular with hikers. Lucy, who was the last to speak with him, has criticized the Spanish police for inadequate search efforts and has called for British police assistance.

Jay’s mother, Debbie Duncan, flew to Tenerife to join the search and has described the experience as "horrendous." Despite community support and a fundraiser that has raised over £20,000, Jay's whereabouts remain unknown.

Authorities continue to investigate, keeping all possibilities open, including the potential of foul play.