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The tragic case of Jay Slater gained attention worldwide when the British teenager went missing while on holiday in Tenerife.
In June of this year, apprentice bricklayer Jay vanished, causing a lengthy search for him as conspiracy theories erupted. Strangely, he was discovered dead a month later in a remote Spanish island close to where his mobile phone had last been hacked.
Now the 19-year-old’s death is set to be explored in Channel 4’s new documentary The Disappearance of Jay Slater. The documentary features a string of interviews with Jay’s friends and family and shares insight into the final hours of his life, including his visit to an Airbnb with two of the last people to see him alive.
When Jay left a club with Ayub Qassim and Steven Roccas, who he reportedly had first met on the trip on the trip, and headed to their Masca Airbnb in the early hours of June 17, he was with his friends and had been attending the NRG music festival in Playa de las Americas.
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At 7:30 a.m., Jay tagged the location as Rural de Teno park, which is his final location known, in a photo taken from the Airbnb’s doorway. Before his battery died, he attempted to walk the 50 kilometers home and speak to his friend Lucy Law on the phone before leaving the AirBnB around at 8am.
A mountain rescue team eventually located Jay in the Juan Lopez ravine on July 15. He died as a result of injuries sustained in an unintentional fall, according to an autopsy, and there was no third party involved.
In the Channel 4 documentary, Qassim gives a testimony during the May 2025 inquest into Jay’s death. Speaking about Jay leaving the club with him and Roccas, he said: “He asked if he could come with us. He must have thought we were going to be up. Rocky sat in the passenger seat, Jay sat in the back and I was driving.”
He continued, noting that Jay had never “stole a watch” and that they had returned to their Airbnb. Qassim claimed that a neighbor called him after he slept and that he was asked to move his car by the buzzing doorbell.
Jay continued, “Jay was like, ‘Yeah, I’m off.'” He said, “No no no, I’m going to see the boys, they’re waiting for me,” and I said, “Chill out G, I’ll drop you off.”
A Snapchat photo sent by Jay, which is understood to have been taken on June 17 at 5:30am, was shown to the court during the inquest. The teen is shown in a car while wearing sunglasses and is shown as having “Yes” with the following caption: “Yes, I ended up getting thrown out of there with two maili kids just took an expensive watch off some c*** on the way to sell it for 10 pounds.
He continued, noting that Jay had never “stole a watch” and that they had returned to their Airbnb. Qassim claimed that a neighbor called him after he slept and that he was asked to move his car by the buzzing doorbell.
Jay continued, “Jay was like, ‘Yeah, I’m off.'” He said, “No no no, I’m going to see the boys, they’re waiting for me,” and I said, “Chill out G, I’ll drop you off.”
A Snapchat photo sent by Jay, which is understood to have been taken on June 17 at 5:30am, was shown to the court during the inquest. The teen is shown in a car while wearing sunglasses and is shown as having “Yes” with the following caption: “Yes, I ended up getting thrown out of there with two maili kids just took an expensive watch off some c*** on the way to sell it for 10 pounds.
However, Qassim claimed Jay hadn’t taken a watch. You can tell he’s on the buzz that he might be making up some ground for himself among his friends. That might be it. We might over-exaggerate when we were younger, he said.
Qassim, a drug dealer who has served time in prison, informed The Central Club that he had offered to take Jay home later in the morning.
He said: “At the time, I f**king told him I would give him a lift in a few hours.” Only if he waited. I’m going to bed right away, that’s you lots, problem. Your mate is wonderful, he arrived in style, he left style, and I did my part.
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Published On 28 Sep 2025
Arsenal put together a dramatic comeback to defeat Newcastle on Sunday to put an early lead in the Premier League title race at stake.
After falling behind thanks to Nick Woltemade’s first-half header, the Gunners were on the verge of a fourth straight defeat at St. James’ Park.
Gabriel Magalhaes fired in from a 96th-minute corner to put Arsenal in second place, two points clear of Liverpool’s leaders, before Mikel Merino headed in the equalizer.
Arsenal had a chance to finish at the top of the table after Liverpool’s first defeat of the season at Crystal Palace on Saturday.
It appeared to be a long time coming that Mikel Arteta’s men would take advantage of a bad-tempered incident on Tyneside.
The Gunners’ belief that this is their season will be remembered after finishing second in each of their previous three campaigns will depend on how well they win.
The conservative selection of Arteta’s team for last weekend’s 1-1 draw at home to Manchester City was widely criticized.
As Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze made their first appearances in the starting lineup, there was no sign of the Spaniard holding back.
Within five minutes, Eze almost made his mark when Nick Pope brilliantly reversed his low drive.
When Pope escaped conceding a penalty, Arsenal was furious moments later.
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Referee Jarred Gillett initially referred to the situation, but VAR instructed him to look into it and overturn Pope’s initial decision before he wiped out Viktor Gyokeres.
As Arsenal pressed for their opening goal, Leandro Trossard hit the post.
Instead, it lasted 34 minutes before reaching the final end.
In recent meetings between the sides, Alexander Isak had repeatedly been Arsenal’s scourge.
With his second goal since becoming the Magpies’ record signing to replace Isak, Woltemade made his first appearance in the Swede’s shoes.
Sandro Tonali’s delivery was headed in the bottom corner by the giant German after Gabriel went down looking for a free kick.
Arsenal won the opening period, but Eddie Howe’s back line struggled to break down the well-organized mass ranks.
Jurrien Timber’s header was saved by Pope for a brilliant save.
After struggling to make an impact against Manchester United, Liverpool, and City, Gyokeres also had another largely ineffective game against less experienced opponents.
Instead, the change was initiated by the man who spent the majority of last season acting as a substitute striker.
Merino’s deft header from Declan Rice’s warm cross was met with a pinpoint header.
Arsenal could still have lost it, as Gabriel’s cross-blocking of Anthony Elanga’s cross with an extended arm resulted in a VAR review.
When the Brazilian defeated Pope to Martin Degaard’s corner in what could be a huge three points, the Brazilian quickly climbed the other end and won the title.
When Arsenal host Newcastle at St James’ Park, there is never a dull moment of controversy.
The Gunners’ dramatic 2-1 Premier League victory was the latest point of contention after a penalty was awarded in the 14th minute, only for the decision to be overturned following video assistant referee’s (VAR) intervention.
Viktor Gyokeres, an Arsenal striker, pounced on a slack backpass made by Newcastle’s Jacob Murphy before being stopped by goalkeeper Nick Pope.
Referee Jarred Gillett pointed to the spot, but Pope was sent to the pitchside monitor for a second look when replays suggested he had touched the ball.
Gillett consented, and Arsenal’s protests were ignored in favor of the penalty decision.
He announced the on-pitch announcement by saying, “After review, the Newcastle goalkeeper plays the ball and there is no foul. Drop ball is the final choice.
Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, said: “VAR should not intervene if it is not a clear and obvious error. This has been a constant refrain for a while, and it has once more come at the start of this season.
Was Pope’s touch on the ball, which it appeared to be, sufficient evidence to establish that it wasn’t a penalty?
When a player uses excessive force against an opponent in a manner that the referee finds to be careless, reckless, or otherwise offensive: A direct free kick is awarded:
A direct free kick is used to punish an offence that involves contact.
Gyokeres touches the ball, touches it, and then touches him before lowering him.
“I’m undoubtedly torn,” I declare. Nick Pope does occasionally receive a touch, which is typically used as a rating for referees, goalkeepers, and penalties.
Pat Nevin, a former Chelsea winger, said, “Yes, he got a touch on it, but he still took out the player.” But I’m examining it from a forward-thinking perspective.
Joe Hart, a pundit for Match of the Day, and former Manchester City goalkeeper, said: “If Pope touches the ball, it’s not a penalty because he does touch it before he hits Gyokeres.”
You can’t contest the decision if you distill it down and see why it wasn’t given.
Jamie Redknapp, a former Liverpool midfielder, said: “He gets a touch, but I’m not sure it’s enough to negate the foul. It’s amazing how it overturned.
“He still fouls the player, even though he got a touch. Gyokores anticipates it, retreats from it, and clears him out.
Les Ferdinand, a former Newcastle striker, described it as “a fantastic touch.” I yelled, “I think Pope gets a touch,” when I first saw it. He does pass, and he does touch. I want the penalty probably more as a center-forward.
It’s not a penalty until the goalkeeper touches the ball and deviates. Pope has no idea what he can do there.
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There is never any shortage of controversy when Arsenal play Newcastle at St James’ Park.
The latest talking point came after the Gunners were awarded a 14th-minute penalty during their dramatic 2-1 Premier League win, only for the decision to be overturned after an intervention from the video assistant referee (VAR).
A slack backpass from Newcastle’s Jacob Murphy was pounced upon by Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres, who was brought down by goalkeeper Nick Pope.
Referee Jarred Gillett pointed to the spot, but when replays suggested Pope had got a touch on the ball, was sent to the pitchside monitor to have another look.
Gillett agreed and, despite Arsenal’s protests, the penalty decision was reversed.
Making the on-pitch announcement, he said: “After review, the Newcastle goalkeeper plays the ball and there is no foul. The final decision is drop ball.”
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said: “If it is not a clear and obvious error, VAR should not intervene. We have been told this for a few years and at the start of this season again.”
While it looked clear Pope got a touch on the ball, was that alone enough to conclude that it was definitely not a penalty?
A direct free-kick is awarded if a player commits any of the following offences against an opponent in a manner considered by the referee to be careless, reckless or using excessive force:
If an offence involves contact, it is penalised by a direct free-kick.
Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville on Sky Sports: “Viktor Gyokeres kicks it against Nick Pope’s feet. Pope has still blocked Viktor Gyokeres.
“Gyokeres touches the ball and then there is a touch and then he takes him down after that.
“I’m definitely torn. Nick Pope does get a touch and that is usually the barometer for referees and goalkeepers and penalties.”
Former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin on BBC Radio 5 Live: “Yes, he got a touch on it, but he still took out the player. But I am looking at it from the forward’s perspective.”
Match of the Day pundit and former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart: “If Pope touches the ball, then it’s not a penalty – and he does touch it before he hits Gyokeres.
“If you break it down and see why it’s not been given, then you can’t argue with the decision.”
Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp on Sky Sports: “He gets a touch but I’m not sure it’s enough to negate the foul. I’m amazed it got overturned.
“Even though he got a touch, he still fouls the player. Gyokores anticipates it, gets away from it and he clears him out.”
Former Newcastle striker Les Ferdinand on Sky Sports: “It’s a great touch. When I first saw it, I shouted, ‘I think Pope gets a touch’. He goes through; he does get a touch. As a centre-forward, I probably do want the penalty.
“Once the goalkeeper gets a touch and he deviates the ball, it’s not a penalty. I don’t know what Pope can do there.”
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