Josh Rogers travelled to Lloret de Mar in Spain for a solo trip
Josh Rogers was sadly found dead in a wooded area in Spain
The family of a man who was tragically found dead in Spain has issued a heartfelt plea for information about his last movements.
Josh Rogers travelled to Lloret de Mar on Friday, September 19, on a solo trip.
Sadly, the 33-year-old was found dead in a wooded area a few days later on Tuesday, September 23.
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He had last been seen on CCTV on Saturday, September 20, and is thought to have had a number of euros on him at the time.
When his remains were found, his phone and money were missing, and his loved ones are now working to find out how he died.
They strongly believe Josh was ‘taken’ to where he was found dead.
He had a distinctive Wolves badge tattooed on his arm, and it is hoped that someone may have seen him in the hours leading up to his death.
A spokesperson for the family told BlackCountryLive: “Josh flew out on Friday, September 19, on a solo trip to Lloret de Mar, Spain.
“His body was tragically discovered in a wooded area of the town on Tuesday, September 23.
“Based on current information, it appears he had been in the woods for approximately 48 hours before being found. He was just 33 years old.
“Josh was last seen on CCTV leaving the Blue Sea Montevista Hawai Hotel at 12.23pm on Saturday, September 20.
“He was wearing a dark blue top and carrying his phone. We believe he also had his cash (euros) with him, as none was found in his hotel room.
“When his body was discovered – around 20 to 25 minutes away from the hotel – neither his phone nor his money were with him.
“A local taxi driver told us that tourists don’t usually go up to the area where Josh’s body was found.
“He strongly believes Josh must have been taken there. This information has deeply unsettled us and raises serious questions about what happened in those final hours.”
They continued: “Josh had a large Wolverhampton football badge tattooed on his right arm. He suffered from CMT, a condition that affects mobility, making him vulnerable.
“Despite this, Josh was incredibly friendly and approachable. It’s likely he may have asked someone for directions or chatted about football – he loved the game and would have wanted to watch it in a local pub.
“We are currently unable to access his phone to trace his last movements or conversations, but this is being worked on.
“Please, I beg you – someone must have seen Josh or knows something. If you were in Lloret de Mar that weekend, or know anyone who was, even the smallest detail could help.
“Strange sightings, conversations, anything unusual.”
The statement added: “All information will be passed to the police and could be vital in speeding up the investigation.
“We are desperate for justice. We want to bring Josh home, say our final goodbyes, and lay him to rest with dignity.
“Please share this message widely – especially with Spanish groups or anyone who may have been in the area.
“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”
Josh’s family is now working with local authorities in Spain to bring Josh back to the UK – a process which they say is likely to take some time.
A GoFundMe page has raised thousands of pounds for Josh’s loved ones as they work to bring him home.
Click here to view the fundraiser.