Tragic Night Out: Teen's Death Ruled Misadventure After Relationship Troubles
A tragic case from Wales serves as a stark reminder of how personal relationships can spiral into devastating consequences, particularly when combined with poor decision-making and substance use. The death of 19-year-old Cadi Sue Mair Parry has been ruled as misadventure following an inquest that revealed the complex circumstances surrounding her final hours.
A Life Cut Short
Cadi, described by her family as a "cherished princess" and "friendly and kind person who touched the souls of everyone she met," died in hospital days after being found unresponsive following a Halloween night out in Bangor, Wales. The teenager, who worked as a housekeeper at Henllys Hall in Beaumaris, had been looking forward to traveling to Dubai to watch her brother Luke compete in a boxing event.
Her mother, Heidi Parry, painted a picture of a vibrant young woman with a "strong appreciation of fashion and beauty," noting it was common for multiple packages to arrive for her daughter in a single day. However, beneath this exterior lay the strain of what family members acknowledged was a "toxic relationship."
The Fatal Evening
The inquest revealed that Cadi became distressed during her night out after being confronted by another girl who claimed to have been with Cadi's partner the previous week. This revelation devastated the teenager, who was already struggling with relationship difficulties.
Darren Evans-Tomlinson, whose son was Cadi's boyfriend, testified that he received a call to collect the distraught teenager. "She was crying and saying 'Why has he done this to me' and 'I'm good to him,'" he stated. Evans-Tomlinson and his wife attempted to calm Cadi at their home, where she changed into casual clothes.
In a decision that would later weigh heavily on him, Evans-Tomlinson left briefly at 3:30 AM to collect his daughter, considering taking Cadi for fresh air but ultimately leaving her behind as she appeared calm. The eight-minute journey proved fateful.
Medical Response and Outcome
Upon his return, Evans-Tomlinson's wife discovered Cadi unresponsive upstairs. Emergency services responded within six minutes of the 999 call, arriving at 4:12 AM on November 1st. Despite immediate medical intervention and transport to Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital, Cadi had suffered a significant brain injury.
Dr. Emyr Hughes, a consultant anaesthetist, explained that Cadi's condition deteriorated over several days. On November 4th, after consultation with her family, the difficult decision was made to withdraw life support and focus on comfort care. Cadi passed away at 3:41 PM that day.
Coroner's Findings
The post-mortem examination conducted by Dr. Mark Atkinson revealed Cadi's blood alcohol level was below the drink-driving limit, though evidence of previous cocaine use was found. Assistant Coroner Sarah Riley concluded that while Cadi's judgment may have been impaired, there was insufficient evidence to suggest she intended to end her life.
"She did it to herself but she did not want to die as a result of what she was doing," Riley stated, recording a verdict of misadventure. The coroner determined the death was "an unintended consequence of a deliberate act" following the receipt of "bad news relating to her boyfriend."
Lessons in Personal Responsibility
This tragic case underscores the importance of individual accountability and the dangers of allowing toxic relationships to persist without intervention. While external support systems attempted to help, ultimately the choices made that evening led to irreversible consequences.
The combination of emotional distress, alcohol consumption, and previous drug use created a perfect storm of impaired judgment. This case serves as a sobering reminder that personal choices, particularly during moments of crisis, can have devastating and unintended outcomes.
For families and communities, Cadi's story highlights the critical importance of recognizing warning signs in troubled relationships and the need for decisive action to protect vulnerable individuals from their own destructive patterns.