Boxer Ricky Hatton and Manchester United legend Lou Macari have sent messages of support to three dads who are trekking across the UK in memory of their young daughters who took their own lives.
Mike Palmer, from Sale in Trafford, is currently taking part in a 600-mile trek alongside Andy Airey and Tim Owen. The trio have joined forces to raise awareness of young suicide, and are calling for suicide prevention to be included in the school curriculum.
Mike lost his beloved daughter Beth, 17, to suicide in March 2020. Tim's daughter, 19-year-old Emily, also took her own life in the same month of the same year. READ MORE: Inquest into death of 'brilliant' and 'generous' dad of three found dead in Reddish Vale Country Park And Andy lost his 29-year-old daughter Sophie to suicide in 2018.
As the trio - who have named themselves the 3 Dads Walking - take part in their trek, stars have sent messages of support. Manchester boxing legend Ricky Hatton said the men were 'very inspiring' and 'fantastic' in a video message. "Keep up the good work, keep spreading the word", the boxer added.
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