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Tribute to Gower death teenager

Thursday, August 2nd 2012 11:15

Family of Sam Capper paying tribute following his death on Wednesday evening

The 15-year-old boy was airlifted to Morriston Hospital last night following the incident.

A 21-year-old man, believed to be the boy's brother, remains in hospital.

It's thought the pair had been fishing with friends at Blue Pool corner.

Swansea coastguard were joined by Tenby lifeboat, Burry Port inshore rescue boat, the rescue helicopter and Rhossili coastguard.

Detective Inspector David Hough of South Wales Police said: "This was a very tragic incident and our thoughts are with the family at this sad time.”

Next of kin and HM Coroner have been informed.

The family of the teenager said in a statement "Sam has left a gap in our lives and will be missed, not just by his family, but by everyone who knew him".

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