Source · Prevention of Future Deaths
Matthew Thomas Hamilton
Ref: 2013-0180
Date: 8 Aug 2013
Coroner: D L I Roberts
Area: Cumbria (North & West)
0 responses identified · 1 indexed addressee
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AI-generated concerns summaryThe absence of a barrier at the end of the footpath, combined with a narrow pavement and restricted visibility from tall fencing and shrubbery, creates a hazard for children emerging onto the road.
Date
8 Aug 2013
56-day deadline
3 Oct 2013 est.
estimated from the report date
Responses identified
0 of 1
Coroner's concerns
The absence of a barrier at the end of the footpath, combined with a narrow pavement and restricted visibility from tall fencing and shrubbery, creates a hazard for children emerging onto the road.
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_ There is no barrier or restriction at the end of the footpath, such as are commonly found on footpaths or at school gatesThe pavement is only some Smetres wide. This and riding Way; iteans that children Whether on foot or otherwise can emerge suddenly into the line of traffic It was also noted that the taller at speed straight the vision of both footpath and road users. These metal fence and shrubbery restricts looked into, and some action might be taken represent hazards which should be to reduce the risk of future deaths_
Report sections
Investigation and inquest
On 2 September 2012 | commenced an investigation into the death of Matthew Thomas Hamilton. The investigation concluded at the end of the inquest on 2 August 2013. The conclusion of the inquest was: - Ia) Neck and Chest Injuries due to Road Traffic Collision.
Circumstances of the death
On the 2"d September 2012 the deceased was his pedal cycle on the footpath (No 109392) linking Harraby Grove and Brunel Carlisle. As he emerged onto Brunel Way he braked sharply as a car approached from his right: He was thrown over the handlebars. Both he and the cycle struck the side of the car. He sustained fatal injuries
Action should be taken
In my opinion action should be taken to prevent future deaths and believe organisation have the power to take such action . your
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Report details
- Reference
- 2013-0180
- Date of report
- 8 August 2013
- Coroner
- D L I Roberts
- Coroner area
- Cumbria (North & West)
Responses identified
Responses identified
0 of 1
1 response not yet linked
Organisations named in PFD reports are normally expected to respond within 56 days. Deadline: 3 Oct 2013 (estimated from the report date).
Sent to
- Cumbria County Council