The last words Charlotte Lescott spoke to her partner, Ali Watson, were a simple plea: “Be safe, I love you.” Moments later, her world shattered. Ali, a vibrant 28-year-old, was killed in a jetski accident during a seemingly carefree boat trip with friends.
Their love story began unexpectedly in 2018, sparked by a message on Depop after Charlotte purchased a pair of trainers from him. What started as a transaction quickly blossomed into a deep connection, leading to a move in together just three months later. A shared future felt inevitable.
Then came the joyful news in December 2019 – they were expecting a child. The anticipation of parenthood filled their lives with a new kind of hope, a promise of a family built on love and laughter. Their daughter, Soulie, arrived in July 2020, amidst the uncertainty of the pandemic.
The tragedy unfolded with brutal swiftness. Ali was thrown from the jetski, landing face down in the water. The impact caused devastating chest injuries, and he died instantly. Charlotte, holding their newborn daughter, witnessed the horrific event, a scene forever etched into her memory.
The inquest determined Ali’s death was accidental, and those responsible for the collision faced legal consequences. But for Charlotte, no verdict could mend the gaping hole in her life. She described a feeling of utter disbelief, initially thinking Ali might have suffered a broken leg, never imagining the finality of death.
Seeking a fresh start and a better quality of life, the family made a courageous decision to relocate to Dubai in September 2020. The UK’s pandemic restrictions felt stifling, and Dubai offered a sense of freedom and normalcy they desperately craved. They began to build a happy life, filled with simple joys like taking Soulie swimming.
Five years later, Charlotte is raising Soulie, determined to keep Ali’s memory alive. She speaks of him often, sharing stories and ensuring her daughter knows the loving father she never truly got to know. Soulie, with Ali’s eyes, is a constant reminder of the love they shared.
“If I didn’t have her, I would be lost,” Charlotte confessed. Soulie, a sensitive and kind child, is a “ray of sunshine” and the driving force behind Charlotte’s resilience. Her daughter is a living legacy, a testament to a love that transcends even death.
Charlotte’s focus now is on protecting Soulie, nurturing her spirit, and ensuring she grows up knowing the depth of her father’s love. She finds strength in Soulie’s presence, a fragile yet powerful connection to the man she lost too soon.
