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Missing Brit Ben Ross found alive in Mallorca
The law student disappeared in the capital of Palma 12 days ago
British trainee barrister Ben Ross has been found alive after vanishing in Mallorca for 12 days, but the circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain a mystery.
Mr Ross, 26, turned up at the British consulate in the island's capital, Palma, on Monday July 22, suffering from dehydration and exhaustion.
The Manchester native's mother, Felix Robinson, reported him missing on July 13, sparking desperate appeals and a social media campaign to find him.
Ross had moved to the sun-soaked island in June for a break from his law studies, but a series of unfortunate events, including a beach robbery and declining mental health, led to his disappearance.
Ms Robinson flew to Spain last week, determined to find her son. Her fears were heightened by a peculiar email from Ben, indicating a decline in his mental state after the beach robbery and a falling out with flatmates.
The young man's troubles began when his wallet, iPad, passport and keys were stolen while he took a dip in the sea. This was followed by a falling out with flatmates, further impacting his mental health. Social media appeals and police involvement failed to locate him, until he was finally found at the consulate.
Concerned friend Carla Speight updated the GoFundMe page on Monday afternoon, confirming that the missing Brit had finally been reunited with his “incredibly relieved” mum.
Carla wrote: “Ben has been FOUND!”
“Today Ben was at the British Consulate in Palma Mallorca and met with Felix who is incredibly relieved at the sight of her son and being able to hug him."
"For now, Felix and her family are requesting some privacy whilst they get Ben back to full strength and home, and they want to extend their thanks to the press, media and public for all their support in finding him.
“They now have the task of arranging an emergency passport alongside making sure he is well enough to fly home following treatment for dehydration and exhaustion.”
In other news: Body of missing Brit found in northern Spain
Image: GoFundMe
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