Blackrod: Man discovered dead by ex-partner on Paddocks Close

Bolton Coroner's Court
Bolton Coroner's Court
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An inquest opened into the death of a man who was discovered dead at his home in Blackrod.

Matthew Taylor was discovered by his ex-partner at his home on Paddocks Close this month.

At Bolton Coroner's Court this week an inquest opened into the death of the 28-year-old before area coroner Professor Dr Alan Walsh.

The Police Coroner's Officer, Stefan Wilson, outlined the circumstances of the incident.

Mr Wilson said: "A call was made to the police from North West Ambulance Service. They were called when Mr Taylor was discovered by his ex-partner.

"On the same day he was declared dead by paramedics," Mr Wilson added.

A post mortem at Royal Bolton concluded the cause of death was hanging.

Professor Dr Walsh asked for statements from a GP, Greater Manchester Police and mental health services and he adjourned the inquest until September 6.


This article was written by Jack Tooth. To contact him, email jack.tooth@newsquest.co.uk or follow @JTRTooth on Twitter.

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