The coronavirus lockdown may have contributed to the death of a “bubbly and confident” dad-of-two who died after being struck by a train near Welshpool, an inquest heard. Dr Richards added that the Covid lockdown "certainly would have had an impact on Mr Tibbott because of his personality and character". The second day of the inquest heard from mental health professionals and the care given to Mr Tibbott in the months and years before his death. "It was a terrible moment for the country, and I can only imagine how it affected Mr Tibbott. During last week’s inquest, Richard Tibbott shared how everybody admired his brother who he described as his best friend.

Source: The Times September 20, 2022 23:27 UTC