Police on the Isle of Wight are investigating the circumstances surrounding the unexplained death of a 19-year-old man at an address in Shanklin yesterday (Saturday).
Officers were called to Heathfield House on Pomona Road in the town at just before midday on Saturday 29th June. It is at the address that officers found the body of Harley Girven – also known as Harley Mason – inside a flat.
Detectives investigating the death are currently treating it as unexplained and a Home Office postmortem is to be held on Wednesday.
As a consequence of the teenager’s death police are reminding people of the dangers of taking illegal drugs and in particular a blue triangular ecstasy/MDMA tablet known as ‘punisher’, which is known to be around 3 times stronger than other ecstasy tablets.
2 other teens who were in the flat when Police and paramedics arrived were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs. They are a 16-year-old girl from East Cowes and a 17-year-old boy from Newport. They have since been released under investigation.
Their arrests are not directly connected with the death.
Harley’s family have today provided this tribute to him:
“Our boy Harley; a fun and lovable son, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to so many. We will remember you for your sharp sense of humour and unique take on the world; that sought to challenge you in so many ways, that other’s may never know.
“A courageous man with love in your heart, who will always be so much to so many. Now free of your pain, run free from your wheels, to your brother Mikey who we all know will be waiting. You will be forever in our hearts.”
Officers remain at the scene this evening as investigations continue.
Rip
So sad. Rest in Peace
So sad and so young R.I.P
Its a shame to hear about this. RIP. Rest peacefully. Best of wishes to the friends and family.