TWO teenagers have been charged after a “kind” schoolgirl died after taking MDMA in a nightclub.
Lucy Hill, 16, was rushed to hospital after collapsing in the Exeter pub, but tragically died.
Emergency services were rushed to Move nightclub shortly after midnight on December 3, 2022, after the student became unwell.
Unfortunately, Lucy, whose friends claimed she had taken a pill she “believed to be MDMA”, could not be saved.
Police officers arrested four teenagers after his 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, saluting her “kind and beautiful person”.
Devon and Cornwall Police said today: “James Greaves, 18, of Basset Road, Camborne, was charged with being concerned in the supply of ecstasy and a class A drug.
“He has been bailed to appear at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 12 June.
“Taylor Rowsell, aged 18, of Rosebery Road, Exmouth, was charged with being concerned in the supply of ecstasy and a class A drug.
“He has been bailed to appear at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 12 June.
“An 18-year-old woman who was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class A drug was given an adult simple 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 a class A drug.”
She was always smiling, caring for others and many of her friends benefited from her loyalty and care. She was bright, hardworking and well motivated.
Lucia’s school
An inquest opened in December 2022 heard how Lucy’s friends said she had taken a tablet “believed to be MDMA”.
Teen school Exmouth Community College paid tribute to the teenager days after her death.
The school wrote: “Lucy was a beautiful, kind and caring person. She was well-liked by her colleagues and the staff who knew her well.
“She was always smiling, caring for others and many of her friends benefited from her loyalty and care. She was bright, hardworking and well motivated.
“She was predicted to perform at the highest level in her GCSE subjects. We will miss her very much, but she left us with fond memories of what a lovely person she was.
“The college was shaken by the shock that Lucy was no longer with us. His friends, teachers and classmates demonstrated incredible courage and support for one another.”
What is MDMA/ecstasy?
MDMA or ecstasy is a Class A drug and is illegal to sell, give or take – and if you are caught in possession of it, 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 of knowing what is in the ecstasy pill or MDMA powder and there may be other medications and ingredients added.
Evidence also suggests that long-time users may suffer from memory problems and develop depression.
For support, visit talktofrank.com or wearewithyou.org.uk.
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