In reply to ramon marin martinez:
In view of the speculation that this thread has generated I feel that it is right on this occassion to post a reply directly onto the forum. (something which I am generally loath to do).
I would like to point out that although there have been several postings on this thread from individuals who either appear to represent the Westway, or be in a position of knowledge concerning the events of the 15th of January, this is in fact not the case.
Those of you who have followed this thread from the outset will know that at least one reply has been removed from the thread, as it was inappropriate and misrepresentative.
The investigation into the events of that afternoon is ongoing, and will not be completed for some time. Once they are complete I will give a report through the proper chanels.
Until that time there will understandably be speculation and opinion flying around, which must not be stifled. However I would say to those of you posting, please bear in mind that the need to "appear to know" more than you actually do know can be harmful. As the saying goes, "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing". When we know more, that will be the time to give information.
Speculate away, but to those of you who say "I was there, and I know this and that, and I can confirm, etc..." I would simply say that nobody knows at this stage what happened, or how, or why, and it will be some time yet before we do know.
Best regards,
John Gibbons
Climbing Wall manager, Westway Climbing Centre