Investigation and inquest
On 7th April 2015 an investigation commenced into the death of Ben Clive HISCOX, Aged 30. The investigation concluded at the end of the inquest on 7th July 2015.
The conclusion was that the medical cause of death was 1a) Traumatic brain injury and the conclusion was that of an Accidental death.
Circumstances of the death
Mr Hiscox came into contact with the clubhouse when he lost his footing during a passage of play in which he was running closed to the touchline.
Coroner’s concerns
the distance between the touchline and the clubhouse was less than the F. A. recommendation guidelines putting players at risk of death or injury.
No action appears to have been taken on the day by the referee in respect of the above F. A. Guidelines