Cardiff woman, 24, dies just days after desperate plea to 'keep living'
Caitlin Leggett, a 24-year-old from Cardiff, has passed away shortly after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia. Her family had been fundraising for treatment before she suffered a sudden brain bleed and strokes.
Why it matters
The story underscores the aggressive nature of certain cancers and the emotional toll on families navigating terminal diagnoses.
News Bryana Francis Reporter 10:12, 17 Jun 2026 Updated 10:14, 17 Jun 2026 View 3 Images Caitlin was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in April 2025 (Image: Collect/PA Real Life)
The report is a straightforward, factual account of a personal tragedy.
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