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The Independent
2 days ago
- The Independent
Sisters drowned in pools in Eryri National Park, inquest told
Two sisters drowned in Eryri National Park after travelling to the area with friends from university, an inquest has heard. Hajra Zahid, 29, and Haleema Zahid, 25, were pulled from pools on the Watkin Path – which leads to the summit of Yr Wyddfa, or Snowdon – in North Wales on Wednesday June 11. Inquests into the deaths of the women, who were both born in Pakistan but lived in Maltsby, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, were opened on Wednesday. Assistant coroner for north-west Wales Sarah Riley said: 'Hajra and Haleema had travelled to the Nant Gwynant area with friends from university. 'They have entered the water and sadly both died as a result of drowning.' The University of Chester students were identified by a friend, the inquest heard. Ms Riley added: 'Investigations continue in terms of how they came by their death and the inquest is therefore adjourned to allow for completion of those investigations. 'I offer my sincere condolences to their family, friends and all who knew and loved them.' The hearing, held at the Dafydd Orwig Chamber in Caernarfon, was told both women were pronounced dead shortly before 11pm on June 11. Last week, a spokesman for North Wales Police said officers were called to Nant Gwynant, Gwynedd, at about 9.30pm after a report that one woman had been pulled from the water and another was said to be in the pools. The second woman was pulled from the water but was pronounced dead at the scene. A Llanberis mountain rescue team was sent to the area along with an air ambulance and a coastguard helicopter. Vice-chancellor of the University of Chester, Professor Eunice Simmons said: 'The University of Chester community is in mourning for the tragic loss of Haleema Zahid and Hajra Zahid and our heartfelt sympathies are with their families and friends during this incredibly difficult time. 'Haleema and Hajra had joined Chester Business School earlier this year on the Master's in International Business course. 'They touched the lives of many here at Chester – their friends, the cohort on their course and the staff who taught them – and they will be deeply missed.'
Telegraph
2 days ago
- Telegraph
Sisters drowned in Snowdonia pools on trip with university friends
Two sisters drowned in Snowdonia after travelling to the area with friends from university, an inquest has heard. Hajra Zahid, 29, and Haleema Zahid, 25, were pulled from pools on the Watkin Path in Eryri National Park – which leads to the summit of Yr Wyddfa, or Snowdon – in North Wales on June 11. Inquests into the deaths of the women, who were both born in Pakistan but lived in Maltsby, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, were opened on Wednesday. Assistant coroner for north-west Wales Sarah Riley said: 'Hajra and Haleema had travelled to the Nant Gwynant area with friends from university. They entered the water and sadly both died as a result of drowning.' The University of Chester students were identified by a friend, the inquest heard. Ms Riley added: 'Investigations continue in terms of how they came by their death and the inquest is therefore adjourned to allow for completion of those investigations. 'I offer my sincere condolences to their family, friends and all who knew and loved them.' The hearing, held at the Dafydd Orwig Chamber in Caernarfon, was told both women were pronounced dead shortly before 11pm on June 11. Last week, a spokesman for North Wales Police said officers were called to Nant Gwynant, Gwynedd, at about 9.30pm after a report that one woman had been pulled from the water and another was said to be in the pools. The second woman was pulled from the water but was pronounced dead at the scene. A Llanberis mountain rescue team was sent to the area along with an air ambulance and a coastguard helicopter. Professor Eunice Simmons, vice-chancellor of the University of Chester, said: 'The University of Chester community is in mourning for the tragic loss of Haleema Zahid and Hajra Zahid and our heartfelt sympathies are with their families and friends during this incredibly difficult time. 'Haleema and Hajra had joined Chester Business School earlier this year on the Master's in International Business course. 'They touched the lives of many here at Chester – their friends, the cohort on their course and the staff who taught them – and they will be deeply missed.'
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Sisters, 25 & 29, who drowned in Snowdonia pools after travelling to beauty spot with pals pictured
TWO SISTERS who drowned near the Watkin Path in Snowdon have been pictured for the first time. An inquest has been opened into the sisters' deaths, after they were pulled from the waters on June 11. 4 4 Hajra Zahid, 29, and Haleema Zahid, 25, had travelled to the popular tourist site with friends. According to North Wales Police, though, officers were called to Nant Gwynant, Gwynedd, at 21.31pm. They had received reports that one woman had been pulled from the water and that there was another in one of the pools. Detective Chief Inspector Andy Gibson of North Wales Police said: "Our thoughts and sympathies remain with the families and friends of both women. "An investigation to establish what happened is now under way." An inquest into Haleema and Hajra's deaths has been opened, so that authorities can determine what happened on their trip to Wales. The coroner, Sarah Riley, said: "Hajra and Haleema had travelled to the Nant Gwynant area with friends from university. "They have entered the water and sadly both died as a result of drowning." She added: "Investigations continue in terms of how they came by their death and the inquest is therefore adjourned to allow for completion of those investigations. "I offer my sincere condolences to their family, friends and all who knew and loved them." The University of Chester's vice-chancellor, Professor Eunice Simmons, released a short statement about the pair's deaths. The statement read: "The University of Chester community is in mourning for the tragic loss. "They touched the lives of many here at Chester – their friends, the cohort on their course and the staff who taught them – and they will be deeply missed." Dr Bilal Saeed, one of Haleema's former colleagues, said that she "touched the lives of many with her warmth, professionalism and unwavering dedication". The stunning UK hiking trail lined with 'beautiful' natural pools that people can't believe aren't man made He had worked with Haleema at a telecommunications company based in Islamabad and said that she was excited to start her new life in the UK. is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. 4
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Sisters drowned in pools in Eryri National Park, inquest told
Two sisters drowned in Eryri National Park after travelling to the area with friends from university, an inquest has heard. Hajra Zahid, 29, and Haleema Zahid, 25, were pulled from pools on the Watkin Path – which leads to the summit of Yr Wyddfa, or Snowdon – in North Wales on Wednesday June 11. Inquests into the deaths of the women, who were both born in Pakistan but lived in Maltsby, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, were opened on Wednesday. Assistant coroner for north-west Wales Sarah Riley said: 'Hajra and Haleema had travelled to the Nant Gwynant area with friends from university. 'They have entered the water and sadly both died as a result of drowning.' The University of Chester students were identified by a friend, the inquest heard. Ms Riley added: 'Investigations continue in terms of how they came by their death and the inquest is therefore adjourned to allow for completion of those investigations. 'I offer my sincere condolences to their family, friends and all who knew and loved them.' The hearing, held at the Dafydd Orwig Chamber in Caernarfon, was told both women were pronounced dead shortly before 11pm on June 11. Last week, a spokesman for North Wales Police said officers were called to Nant Gwynant, Gwynedd, at about 9.30pm after a report that one woman had been pulled from the water and another was said to be in the pools. The second woman was pulled from the water but was pronounced dead at the scene. A Llanberis mountain rescue team was sent to the area along with an air ambulance and a coastguard helicopter. Vice-chancellor of the University of Chester, Professor Eunice Simmons said: 'The University of Chester community is in mourning for the tragic loss of Haleema Zahid and Hajra Zahid and our heartfelt sympathies are with their families and friends during this incredibly difficult time. 'Haleema and Hajra had joined Chester Business School earlier this year on the Master's in International Business course. 'They touched the lives of many here at Chester – their friends, the cohort on their course and the staff who taught them – and they will be deeply missed.'
BBC News
4 days ago
- BBC News
Women who died at national park beauty spot named
Two women who died after being pulled from the water in one of Wales' national parks have been Zahid, 29, and Haleema Zahid, 25, were found in pools on the Watkin Path - which leads to the summit of Yr Wyddfa - also known as Snowdon - on 11 inquest into their deaths is due to be opened on Wednesday by the coroner for north-west Wales Police said officers were called to Nant Gwynant, Gwynedd, at 21:31 BST after a report that one woman had been pulled from the water and another was said to be in one of the pools. The Watkin Path is one of the main routes to the summit of Wales' highest Ch Insp Andy Gibson of North Wales Police said: "Our thoughts and sympathies remain with the families and friends of both women."An investigation to establish what happened is now under way."Chairman of Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team Jurgen Dissmann added: "I extend our deepest sympathies to the families and friends of the two women who sadly lost their lives."
