A 26-year-old British man, Lewis Stevenson, tragically died from blunt force head injuries after falling from a 192-meter (630-foot) bridge in Castilla La Mancha, Spain. Stevenson, a graphic and print designer from West Hallam, Derbyshire, had been creating social media content when the incident occurred on October 13 near Talavera de la Reina.
The inquest, opened at Derby Coroner’s Court, confirmed his cause of death as head trauma caused by an uncontrolled descent from a height. The investigation, led by assistant coroner Sabyta Kaushal, has been adjourned pending further inquiries, including toxicology results, which may take up to 12 months.
Family and Community Pay Tribute
Lewis Stevenson’s mother, Keilia Stevenson, identified her son’s body and shared a heartfelt tribute to him:
“He was a thrill-seeker who loved to travel and embrace new experiences. We are incredibly proud of him and the life he lived.”
Stevenson’s adventurous spirit led him to Talavera de la Reina alongside a 24-year-old companion to climb the Castilla La Mancha bridge and film content for social media.
Local Authorities Issue Warning
Macarena Muñoz, a councillor for Talavera, described the event as an “unfortunate and sad outcome.” She reiterated that climbing the bridge is strictly prohibited, stating, “We have repeatedly warned that such activities cannot be undertaken under any circumstances.”
The tragic incident has sparked renewed calls for increased awareness about the dangers of risky activities performed for social media content.
Ongoing Investigation
The coroner has ordered further investigations to establish additional details surrounding the incident. Toxicology reports, which are a routine part of such inquiries, are expected to shed more light on the circumstances.
Lewis Stevenson’s death is a sobering reminder of the risks associated with extreme activities and the importance of adhering to safety regulations, particularly in locations where such actions are explicitly forbidden.
