October 16th 2024.
A group of young boys - Jevon Hirst, Harvey Owen, Wilf Henderson, and Hugo Morris - tragically lost their lives in a car accident on a mountain road. It was a devastating event that could have been avoided, according to testimony given at an inquest. The bodies of the teenagers were discovered two days after their concerned families reported them missing.
The driver of the car, 18-year-old Hugo Morris, was behind the wheel of his Ford Fiesta when it veered off the road on a sharp bend and flipped over into a river in North Wales. Hugo and his passengers - 16-year-old Jevon Hirst, 17-year-olds Harvey Owen and Wilf Henderson - had been planning a night away in Snowdonia, and had traveled from their homes in Shropshire to do so. Unfortunately, their silver Ford Fiesta did not make it to their destination; instead, it was found overturned in a ditch near Porthmadog.
The boys were not found until two days after the accident, despite a search being launched as soon as they were reported missing. Post mortem examinations revealed that all four had drowned. A collision investigator stated that although the boys were all wearing their seatbelts, the car's two rear tires were underinflated. This may have contributed to the car's loss of control on the 60mph road. According to the investigator, there was an "understeer" as the car attempted to navigate the bend, and it was traveling at approximately 25mph after heavy rain.
The inquest also heard that Hugo Morris, who had only been a licensed driver for six months, was driving the car at the time of the accident. The collision investigator deemed his driving to be a significant factor in the crash and stated that it could have been avoided. The heavy rain had caused the nearby river to rise by one meter, and the car, which was found upside down, was fully submerged.
The search for the boys had been challenging due to the treacherous terrain in the area. A large area had to be searched before a passing recycling lorry spotted the overturned car. The passenger, Sion Griffiths, who noticed the vehicle, called 999 after seeing a police appeal for information on Facebook.
An emotional tribute was given by Hugo's family, who described him as a warm and joyful person. They also mentioned his ability to understand and connect with people's emotions. Hugo had fallen in love with North Wales, and his mother had helped him pack the car before he set off for the trip. The family is now struggling to come to terms with the loss of their beloved son.
Jevon's mother, Melanie Hirst, described her son as a social and loving young man who enjoyed spending time with his friends. He had a passion for the outdoors and loved going on walks. He was particularly close to his grandfather, who lived in Harlech, and often visited him there.
Harvey's family spoke of their son's charismatic and carefree nature. They said he was a trendsetter with a unique personality, and despite his young age, he possessed wisdom beyond his years. He was also a chef at a local pizzeria, and his family believes he had everything to live for.
Wilf's mother, Heather Sanderson, shared that the boys had stayed with Jevon's grandfather in Harlech before embarking on their trip. She fondly remembered her son's sense of humor and how he was always great company. Wilf's family is grateful to have had him in their lives for 17 years and is proud to call him their son.
The inquest, which took place at Caernarfon Coroner's Court, is ongoing, and more information will be revealed as the investigation continues. For now, the families of the four boys are mourning the loss of their loved ones and trying to come to terms with the avoidable tragedy that took their lives.
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