Investigation and inquest
On 15 January 2019 I commenced an investigation into the death of Lindsey Bailey aged 35 years. The investigation concluded at the end of the inquest on 21 May 2019. The conclusion of the inquest was suicide which believed mentally unwell with the cause of death being ‘hanging’.
Circumstances of the death
Lindsey Bailey was living with her parents and her father found her dead in the garage of their home on 14th January 2019. She had hanged herself. She had recent engagement with psychiatric services and some risk of self-harm had been assessed but her death was not expected.
Coroner’s concerns
At relevant times Ms Bailey did have mental capacity and was in agreement with information being shared with her parents. Reference was made to the Care Engagement Charter promulgated by the Trust. Despite this it appears that there was a significant lack in relevant information being shared with Ms Bailey’s parents. While this may not have necessarily have prevented the death it could have assisted in the treatment path and certainly may be relevant in other cases.