Charles Hardiman
PFD Report
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Ref: 2014-0257
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56-Day Deadline
4 Aug 2014
Over 2 years old — no identified published response
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Source: Courts and Tribunals Judiciary
Coroner's Concerns
(1) It was reported that the front door to the Public House was open and created a wind tunnel when the back door was Open. This forced the back door to move forcibly and suddenly resulting in the accident:
Action Should Be Taken
In my opinion action should be taken to prevent future deaths and believe you ANDIOR the owners of The Stockton Public House have the power t0 take such action_ They and
Report Sections
Investigation and Inquest
On 7th March 2014 | commenced an investigation into the death of Charles Ronald Hardiman , aged 78 years_ The investigation concluded at the end of the inquest on 7"h March 2014. The conclusion of the inquest was ACCIDENT with Mr Hardiman having died from head and chest injuries
Circumstances of the Death
On 26"h February 2014 Mr Hardiman and a friend arrived at The Stockton Public House at around 11.45am and consumed two and a half pints of beer: Both gentlemen moved to the rear of the premises to smoke & cigarette_ positioned themselves on the top of a platform situated at the top of a flight of five steps_ The friend opened the back door to re-enter the premises and a gust of wind took over the door; creating a wind tunnel, causing the door to move forcibly and suddenly pushing Mr Hardiman backwards_ Mr Hardiman fell down the stairs sustained the injuries which resulted in his death:
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