They have declined to meet his medical costs, the hospital went to great efforts caring for Laurens and the family would be grateful to use some of this fund, so generously given for that purpose. This will enable them to provide care for others in the future. Any remaining funds we would very like to go to a charity, that deals with the treatment of head injuries. I am sure you will all appreciate there has been much to tackle in recent days, but subsequently hope to meet as many of you as possible when he is returned. Simon Wells.

To all the wonderful people who have contributed, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart, for your great generosity and moving messages for my cherished son Laurens! This is an appalling tragedy which has completely changed our lives and I know that we will always mourn the huge character that he was. I’m not sure that this is something myself or his family will ever completely reconcile ourselves with. I would like to provide clarification, the insurance company have agreed to repatriate Laurens and bring him home soon.