British influencer dies attempting Spain’s highest bridge stunt
British influencer falls from Spain's tallest bridge during Instagram stunt
A British influencer, Lewis Stevenson, tragically died while attempting to scale Spain’s highest bridge without any safety gear for an Instagram stunt. The 26-year-old fell from the 630ft Castilla La Mancha bridge on Sunday morning, disregarding his family’s warnings to abandon the dangerous climb.
Lewis’s grandfather, Clifford Stevenson, 70, from Derby, shared his grief, stating, “We always tried to dissuade him from such risks, but he pursued his adventures for his own pleasure. He never sought monetary gain, just the thrill.”
Heartfelt tributes poured in from friends and family. His girlfriend, Savannah Parker, expressed her sorrow on social media, calling the event a “nightmare.” She wrote, “I haven’t eaten or slept. It feels unreal that you’re not coming back. Please come back. Answer the phone.”
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Fellow climbers in the high-risk sport of ‘rooftopping’ also mourned his loss. An Instagram user, Louie_W1, reminisced, “Knowing you has been a privilege, and losing you is the greatest sadness. You were the bravest, most caring, and funniest person I’ve known.”
Another enthusiast, Vil1iany, posted a photo of Stevenson on a New York skyscraper, praising him for introducing a new understanding of freedom and consistently inspiring others through his daring feats.
Stevenson showcased his ‘rooftopping’ exploits on his Instagram, with dizzying photos from New York, London, Croatia, Mexico City, and Nottingham. His last known stunt was at Nottingham Forest’s ground on October 3rd.
Authorities in Spain reported that Stevenson was accompanied by a 24-year-old friend, who was in shock but is not expected to face criminal charges. The two had climbed a quarter of the bridge when Stevenson lost his grip and fell. Local councillor Macarena Munoz confirmed the incident, reiterating that accessing the bridge is strictly prohibited. Stevenson’s body was discovered at 7.14am on Sunday.
The Talavera de la Reina Town Council issued a statement confirming the death of the young Englishman and emphasized the dangers of such climbs. A spokesman for the National Police in Toledo said an investigation would determine the cause of the fall.
Investigators are considering the possibility that bad weather played a role, as heavy rain in Talavera de la Reina could have made the bridge slippery.
Savannah Parker revealed that Stevenson lost consciousness before falling. She said, “He wasn’t feeling well and told his friend they should go back down. He then lost consciousness and slipped.”
She recounted their relationship, noting that Stevenson had been an adventurer for at least five years. Despite her worries, she always let him pursue his passions. The couple had last spoken the night before the tragedy, exchanging affectionate messages.
Savannah shared a memory of joining him on an adventure in Malta last September, where she felt scared but understood his love for such activities. She concluded, “He was always off on another adventure. It was what he loved to do.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
Who was Lewis Stevenson?
Lewis Stevenson was a British influencer known for risky ‘rooftopping’ stunts.
How did Lewis Stevenson die?
He fell from Spain’s highest bridge while attempting an unsafe climb for an Instagram stunt.
Was Lewis Stevenson alone during his last climb?
No, he was with a 24-year-old friend who witnessed the fall but isn’t facing charges.
What did Stevenson’s family think about his risky stunts?
His family tried to dissuade him, but he pursued these adventures for personal thrill.
Did bad weather play a role in Stevenson’s fall?
Investigators are considering bad weather as heavy rain could have made the bridge slippery.
