In 2001, Mohammed Ayaz tragically fell to his death from a British Airways Boeing 777 on a flight from Bahrain to London Heathrow. Esther Addley of The Guardian tracked down Mohammed’s family in a rural village in northern Pakistan, where they revealed that he had tried to reach the UK legally but had been unsuccessful. Esther wrote an article about Mohammed titled “The man who fell to earth.” 23 years later, Esther received a message from Mohammed’s brother, Khalil Ullah, who was studying in England. He expressed his gratitude for the article and expressed a desire to visit the site where Mohammed had fallen. Esther and Khalil visited the car park in Richmond where Mohammed’s body was found, reflecting on the tragic events that had transpired. The story highlights the impact of Mohammed’s death and the lasting connections that can be made through journalism. The Guardian remains committed to providing independent and accessible journalism, relying on reader support to continue their work.
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