An assistant headteacher from Nottinghamshire, Danielle Gillam-Kirton, has reportedly found what appeared to be human bones and personal belongings in the burnt-out car where her parents died in July's Spanish wildfires.
Pete and Fran Gillam were among 14 people killed in the fires. Spanish police had informed Ms Gillam-Kirton that their vehicle had been "inspected meticulously" and no possessions were found. However, during her own search of the car in a police compound, she found what appeared to be a human hip bone, along with other bones, mobile phones, keys, jewellery, money, and other personal effects.
The bones discovered by Ms Gillam-Kirton have been sent for DNA testing following delays from the Bédar local authority. Forensic scientists who have reviewed pictures of the bones reportedly believe they appear to be human.
Ms Gillam-Kirton is demanding answers from the Spanish government and has asked the UK Foreign Office to hold the authorities accountable. The Foreign Office stated that investigations are the responsibility of the Spanish authorities and that they are supporting the family.