Grandmother seeks answers after grandson's death at hotel in Turkey

Tyler Kerry, a 20-year-old from Pitsea, Essex, was discovered dead at the bottom of a lift shaft in the Trendy Lara Hotel in Antalya, Turkey, last Friday. He had been on vacation with family and friends when he was last seen napping on a sofa. After a brief absence of his brother and cousin, who had stepped out for refreshments, they returned to find he was gone. Tyler's grandmother, Collette Kerry, was alerted by another grandson, indicating that Tyler had fallen. Upon their search, they found him lying face down in the lift shaft in the hotel basement. Initial assumptions suggested that Tyler may have mistakenly opened the lift door, thinking the lift had arrived, and inadvertently stepped into the empty shaft. However, Turkish police have since classified his death as suspicious, heightening concerns over the circumstances surrounding the incident. Collette Kerry expressed her confusion and heartbreak, stating, "It doesn't seem real. It's like I'm in a living nightmare." With ongoing investigations, the family is waiting for Tyler's body to be repatriated to the UK. In his uncle's remarks, he highlighted Tyler's vibrant character and recent life accomplishments, underscoring the family's emotional struggle in coping with such a tragic loss. As the family grapples with their grief, they have initiated a GoFundMe campaign to assist with the funeral costs, which has, thus far, raised over £5,700. The public’s support for the Kerrey family during this time of grief indicates a community deeply affected by Tyler's untimely death. The incident not only raises questions about the safety measures in place at the hotel but also about the circumstances that led to such a tragic accident. As more information comes to light, the family and the public await clarity on how such a vibrant young man could meet an unexpected and bizarre end while on holiday.