Four families are left devastated as they mourn the loss of their teenage sons following a tragic accident. Jevon Hirst, Harvey Owen, Wilf Fitchett, and Hugo Morris lost their lives during a road trip in Wales, leaving a deep scar in the hearts of their loved ones.
The four close friends, all A-level students from the Shropshire area, were reported missing after failing to return from an overnight camping trip to the Eryri area. Their bodies were discovered after their car, a silver Ford Fiesta, veered off the A4085, overturned, and ended up partially submerged in water on November 21.
During the recent inquest, concerns were raised about newly-qualified drivers carrying multiple passengers, highlighting potential risks associated with such situations. The absence of safety barriers or fences at the crash site was also noted as a safety hazard. The families now wait for responses and actions from relevant authorities, including the Department for Transport and Cyngor Gwynedd.
In heartfelt tributes, the families remembered the boys for their unique qualities and passions. Wilfred Fitchett’s mother, Heather Sanderson, described him as a well-liked boy who enjoyed history, psychology, and English studies. Jevon Hirst, according to his mother Melanie Hirst, was a social young man who loved the outdoors and cherished time spent with his grandfather in Harlech.
Hugo Morris, as remembered by his father Dominic Morris, had a deep love for skiing, an interest in global conflicts, and a warm, compassionate nature that left a lasting impact on those around him. Harvey Owen’s family emphasized his charisma, carefree spirit, and culinary aspirations, noting the irreplaceable void his absence has left in their lives.
The tragic loss of these four young lives has left the families shattered, forever changed by the void left behind. As they navigate through grief, memories of their sons’ warmth, humour, aspirations, and love continue to resonate, ensuring their legacies live on in the hearts of those who knew them.