The family of a teenager who tragically passed away after entering the River Wye during a Duke of Edinburgh trip has expressed their heartfelt tribute to the beloved young man. Umar Dumbuya, hailing from London, lost his life while participating in a DofE expedition in Glasbury, Powys, on June 30.
In a poignant statement conveyed through Dyfed-Powys Police, his family conveyed their profound sorrow over the loss of their son, brother, and grandson. They described Umar as a loving individual who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Umar was known for his passion for basketball, gym workouts, and cherished moments with friends and family. He will be remembered for his kindness, warmth, and sense of humor.
The family shared that Umar’s untimely passing has created an immense void within their lives and requested privacy as they navigate through the grieving process. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at the River Wye in Glasbury when Umar went missing after entering the water, leading to a search operation involving Dyfed-Powys Police, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, and mountain rescue teams until his body was recovered.
A representative from the Duke of Edinburgh expressed deep sadness over the tragic drowning incident during the DofE expedition in Powys, Wales, extending condolences to the young person’s family and all involved in the expedition. Assurances were made to provide comprehensive support during this difficult period, with efforts to collaborate with relevant authorities to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident and offer assistance as needed.