Inquest

The ex-wife of PO Paxton, a Royal Navy sailor took his own life after shooting himself with a rifle aboard HMS Cattistock, said more could have been done to safeguard his life.

Ex-Wife of 'hero' who shot himself questions Royal Navy support

Petty Officer Jon Errington Paxton took his own life with a rifle aboard HMS Cattistock while the minehunter was docked in Portsmouth.

'Real-life hero' shot himself with rifle on Royal Navy ship, inquest

Joshua Warner, left, with his sister, Eleanor Warner.

Exclusive Medical practitioners 'could not have prevented' uni student's death

Joshua Warner, left, with his sister, Eleanor Warner.

Exclusive Portsmouth uni student's cause of death confirmed in inquest

University of Portsmouth student Joshua Warner died age 21 on January 31, 2023.

Exclusive Uni student told doctors his mental health had improved, inquest told

University of Portsmouth student Joshua Warner died age 21 on January 31, 2023.

Tributes paid to 'much-loved' University of Portsmouth student

Aiden Griffiths died on March 9 last year.

Family of 'energetic' man learn cause of death amid hospital concerns

38-year-old Hayley Dowell died after undergoing cosmetic surgery in a Turkish clinic.

Inquest hears how Hampshire woman died during BBL operation in Turkey

Havant Rugby Football Club in Fraser Road, Havant.

Heartbreaking tribute to young rugby player who took her life

An inquest looking into the death of five-year-old Jax Jefferys is taking place this week at Winchester Coroner's Court.

Jury reaches a conclusion in inquest into death of Jax Jefferys, five

An inquest looking into the death of five-year-old Jax Jefferys is taking place this week at Winchester Coroner's Court.

Boy who died of Strep A received 'appropriate' medical response

Jax Albert Jefferys

Jax Jefferys: Strep A 'developed as secondary infection'

Jax Albert Jefferys died after contracting the Strep A virus, with his family paying tribute to the 'little cheeky chappy'.

Mum of boy, 5, who died from Strep A tells inquest of her heartache

Pompey boss John Mousinho and his players at QPR. Pic: Chris Foxwell

Portsmouth boss lifts lid on QPR dressing-room inquest

Call for adults to accompany new drivers after horror crash kills boy

LCpl Joe Spencer was on a training exercise in Tain, Scotland, when his sniper rifle fired a live round in a shipping container.

Soldier died after sniper rifle fired live round as he took shelter
Training failures and “inconsistent range management” played a part in a soldier’s death after his own sniper rifle fired a live round, an inquest has concluded.
David George

Two senior British Army officers have denied charges brought against them following the death of Gunner Jaysley Beck. She was found hanged months after being sexually assaulted at the Thorney Island Baker Barracks base near Emsworth.

Army officers deny mishandling Jaysley Beck sex assault before suicide

Winchester Coroners Court.

Nurse took his own life after abusive relationship with another man

A family has paid tribute to Steve Mullis who has been described as a "deeply loved" man who was "kind, caring and fiercely protective".

Family pays tribute to 'perfect' army veteran who died in tragic crash

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire, An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Two officers face court martial after Jaysley Beck sex assault

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

Coroner calls for review after Hampshire baby dies

Southampton Crown Court.
Picture: Google Street View.

Defendant took own life after being ‘victimised’ over allegations

The inquest opening into the death of Aria Thorpe, 9, was heard at Avon Coroners' Court on Friday, January 9.

“kind-hearted” girl died from single stab wound to the chest - inquest

Chichester City have confirmed they will take to the field for the first time since the death of striker Billy Vigar. Picture by Neil Holmes

Coroner asks police to investigate contact with footballer who died

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire in December 2021. An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Lawyer slams Army after Jaysley Beck sex attacker sentenced

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire, An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Ex-Army officer jailed for sexually assaulting soldier before suicide

Traffic leaving the A27 to join Eastern Road following the closure of the A27/M27 interchange. Picture: Marcin Jedrysiak

"Substantial" alcohol intake a major factor in death of motorcyclist
“Substantial” alcohol ingestion contributed to the tragic death of a motorcyclist after he crashed into a central barrier on the A27, an inquest has heard.
Sophie Lewis

Gaskin appeared at Leicester Magistrates’ Court this morning (Thursday) and is due to appear at Leicester Crown Court at a later date.

Apology for inquest delays for man who died during a parachute jump

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire, An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Ex-Army Officer admits sexually assaulting soldier who took own life

The family of Samantha Young, 49, of Wickham, are calling for an independent investigation after the coroner raised concerns with her treatment from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Coroner critical of NHS Trust after woman took her own life

Sister of dad-to-be who died on “very slippery” road to climb mountain

Sheldon Jeans

Prisoner died after drinking and taking non-prescribed medication

Royal Marine choked to death on steak at golf resort, inquest hears

A teenage boy who received royal praise from the Prince and Princess of Wales for his winning design for the America's Cup World Series has taken his own life after getting into trouble with the police, an inquest has heard.

Pictured: Zak Kay, 10 at the time of the picture, with the Princess of Wales.

Picture: Paul Jacobs

Boy takes life following 'troubled childhood', inquest hears

Scott Stevens and Jemma Graham, the parents of Penelope Kim Rose Stevens, outside Winchester Coroners Court, Hants.

Parents speak out following inquest into "beautiful" daughter's death

Penny Stevens with her brother Charlie.

'Beautiful' girl, 3, died of Strep A after leaving 'busy' hospital

Mountbatten Gallery in Portsmouth where the inquest was held. Portsmouth Coroner's Court.
Picture: Will Dax/Solent News & Photo Agency

Man found dead in wooded area is named - cause of death given

Portsmouth man found dead in car park

Couple and their dogs killed in horrifying e-bike battery fire at home

E-bike battery blaze was the worst I've seen. I couldn't save them

The mother of Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, Leighann McCready speaking to the media outside the Wiltshire and Swindon Coroner's Court in Salisbury, after the coroner gave their conclusion at inquest of the teenage soldier who was found dead at Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire in December 2021. Picture date: Thursday February 20, 2025. PA Photo. See PA story INQUEST Jaysley. Photo credit should read: Ben Whitley/PA Wire

"Systematic Army failures took our daughter Jaysley Beck from us"

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire, An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Young soldier's death deemed a suicide "partly caused" by Army failure

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire, An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Coroner to give conclusion at inquest into death of Army soldier

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire, An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

"Disgusting" remarks made to "beautiful" soldier who died - inquest

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire in December 2021. An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Officer who "tried to kiss" soldier refuses to answer at inquest

Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at the Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire in December 2021. An inquest into her death is looking into an incident on Thorney Island near Emsworth.

Female soldier "in tears" after "officer pinned her down", inquest

An inquest into the death of 45-year-old Kerry Johnstone has heard how she died from sepsis as a result of pneumonia.

Antibiotics could have saved a woman's life, an inquest has heard

An inquest has heard that Stephen Lee, from Southsea, died after suffering a medical episode while driving on the M27 eastbound.

Man dies after suffering medical episode on M27, inquest hears

Sullivan Stapleton. Pic: Family/Go Fund Me

Sudden death of toddler leaves 'gaping hole' in family, inquest heard

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

Coroner's warning to NHS trust after patient's death following surgery

India Walker

Mother teen who died is 'horrified' NHS staff made social media videos

An inquest has heard how the boat involved in the incident where Emily Lewis died, had been involved in three previous incidents.

Coroner calls for overhaul in regulations after fatal speedboat crash

An inquest has heard how the boat involved in the incident where Emily Lewis died, had been involved in three previous incidents.

Boat in fatal crash had been in previous accidents - inquest hears

Steve Dymond, who died after an appearance on the Jeremy Kyle Show in May 2019

Jeremy Kyle says his “conscience is clear” following inquest

Steve Dymond, who died after an appearance on the Jeremy Kyle Show in May 2019

Man's “desperate” attempt to become a guest on The Jeremy Kyle Show

The full inquest hearing into the death of Steve Dymond who died of an overdose after appearing on the Jeremy Kyle Show is set to begin today.

Full inquest hearing to be held into death of Jeremy Kyle Show guest