TWO teenagers have been charged after a “kind” schoolgirl allegedly died after taking MDMA in a nightclub.
Lucy Hill, 16, was taken to hospital after collapsing in a bar in Exeter but tragically died.
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Two teenagers have been charged after Lucy Hill, 16, fell ill in a nightclub in Devon
Emergency services were called to the Move nightclub shortly after midnight on December 3, 2022, after the schoolgirl became unwell.
Sadly, Lucy, whose friends claimed she had taken a pill “believed to be MDMA”, could not be saved.
Police arrested four teenagers after her death.
Now, two 18-year-olds have been charged with supplying ecstasy.
James Greaves and Taylor Rowsell will appear in court over the schoolgirl’s death next month.
Lucy’s school paid tribute to her in the days after her death, hailing her “kind, considerate, beautiful person”.
Devon and Cornwall Police said today: “James Greaves, 18, of Basset Road, Camborne, has been charged with being involved in the supply of ecstasy and the supply of a Class A drug.
“He has been bailed to appear at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, June 12.
“Taylor Rowsell, 18, of Rosebery Road, Exmouth, was charged with being involved in the supply of ecstasy and the supply of a Class A drug.
“He has been bailed to appear at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, June 12.
“An 18-year-old woman who was arrested on suspicion of being involved in the supply of a Class A drug was given a simple adult caution for the offence.
“No further police action will be taken against an 18-year-old woman who was arrested on suspicion of being involved in the supply of class A drugs.”
She was always smiling, looked out for others and many of her friends benefited from her loyalty and caring. She was bright, hardworking and well motivated
Lucia’s school
The inquest, which opened in December 2022, heard that Lucy’s friends said she had taken a pill “believed to be MDMA”.
Exmouth Community College has paid tribute to the teenager in the days following her death.
The school wrote: “Lucy was a kind, caring and beautiful person. She was well loved by her peers and staff who knew her well.
“She was always smiling, looked out for others and many of her friends benefited from her loyalty and caring. She was bright, hardworking and well motivated.
“She was predicted to achieve at the highest level in her GCSE subjects. She will be greatly missed, but she has left us all with fond memories of the wonderful person she was.
“The College is in shock that Lucy is no longer with us. Her friends, teachers and peers have shown incredible courage and support for each other.”
What is MDMA/ecstasy?
MDMA, or ecstasy, is a Class A drug and is illegal to sell, give away or take – and if you’re caught in possession, you could face up to seven years in prison, an unlimited fine, or both.
Drug counseling service Talk To Frank says users can feel loved or excited, or paranoid and anxious.
Risks include dehydration and overheating.
There is no way to know what is in an ecstasy pill or MDMA powder and they may have other drugs and ingredients added.
Evidence also suggests that long-term users may suffer from memory problems and develop depression.
For support visit talktofrank.com or wearewithyou.org.uk.
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