Robbie's Story

Gareth Jones and his beloved dog Connie tragically drowned at sea in East Sussex on 16 January 2021.
His son Robbie has joined members of the National Water Safety Forum and worked with East Sussex FRS, HM Coastguard and RNLI, to share his story for a new water safety video about the dangers of open water in bad weather.
Our thoughts are with Gareth’s family and friends. We thank Robbie for sharing his story.
Please watch and help share our message.
With thanks to HM Coastguard creative team for filming and editing this video.
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[@CD-ih1eo]

Very very good of you to do this Robbie. It made a huge impact on me.

[@user-ve1ew2sq4v]

Bless you all. So sorry tragic all round.

[@that.ll_do_pig]

He did what he felt was right. Kudos to dad. ❤

[@lisag0405]

I remember this, just heartbreaking 💔 xx

[@faith6363fully]

My deepest sympathy goes out to you all 🌹

[@faith6363fully]

I remember this tragic event so sad 💔😢

[@suekearton6691]

So Sorry to hear this my sympathies to the family