Husband hails 'hero' British mum, 36, who held her son above water even as she was sinking in the Bahamas
From the Newshound archive · first published 23 October 2026 · last updated 25 October 2026.
Leanne Gregory, from Stapleford in Nottinghamshire, was snorkelling off Bimini on Tuesday when a strong current swept her two sons away. Her husband Nathan said a 'freak wave' pushed the boat away from her, leaving her too exhausted to save herself. He flagged down a boat and later tried to revive her. Bahamas police say an autopsy will be held, though investigators do not suspect foul play.
Nathan and Leanne were childhood sweethearts, together for 22 years.
Mother-in-law Kim Jones called her 'the best mom in the world'.
At least four people have lost their lives in Bimini's waters over the past two years.
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