The mother of missing Ben Ross issues the first statement after he was found alive

Benjamin Ross’ mother says she is “so relieved” to be reunited with her son after he was found alive. Ben, 26, a trainee solicitor from Golborne in Wigan, has been missing from Majorca since July 10 when his mother, Felix Robinson, lost contact with him.

However, the two met today at the British consulate in the city of Palma. He is said to have arrived there earlier today (Tuesday) “tired and exhausted but alive”.

He suffered a “series of unfortunate events”, including having his belongings stolen while he was going to the bathroom, his family said. Felix has now spoken and thanked the media and the public for their help in the search.

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In a statement to a GoFundMe, which has been set up to help the search, she said: “I am so incredibly grateful for all the help and support I have received. Everyone was really incredible. We are so relieved to have found him and are now focused on getting him back to full health and home safely.”

The family are now preparing an emergency passport for Ben, who will travel home after receiving treatment for “dehydration and exhaustion”.

A statement issued on behalf of the family by GoFundMe organizer Carla Speight said: “At this time, Felix and her family are asking for some privacy while they get Ben back to power and home and want to thank the media. , the media and the public for all the support given in finding him”, the statement issued on behalf of the family states.

The fundraiser, which received donations totaling £3,857, has now closed. “Donations to the GoFundMe set up by friends will be donated to Andy’s Man Club once I get home in the next week,” Ms Speight added.

Ben had flown there for a dream break in June to visit a friend, before extending his stay and finding work and temporary accommodation. He was staying in Palma, the capital of the popular holiday destination – but has not been heard from for nearly two weeks.

Friends and family said a “series of unfortunate events” led to his disappearance, and his mother previously said an email from her son indicated he was not in the right frame of mind.