Update on inquest into death of woman, 76, in Lytham after coroner consultation with family
New hearing set to take place in four to five weeks’ time, says coroner
An inquest into the death of a 76-year-old woman has been postponed for several weeks to allow for further evidence.
Blackpool and Fylde senior coroner Alan Wilson was due to hold the hearing concerning the death of Catherine Swarbrick on Wednesday afternoon but after consultation with members of her family, he announced it court that it would be held at a later date.


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He said it is “a sensitive matter” and that his investigation would be looking at whether Ms Swarbrick died as a result of her own actions.
Evidence would be heard from several medical professionals and a toxicologist when the inquest is held, likely in four to five weeks’ time.
Ms Swarbrick died at an unspecified location in Lytham St Annes on May 28 this year.