Investigation and inquest
On 23 June 2025, I commenced an investigation into the death of Joseph William Cooper who died outside his home aged 28 years. The medical cause of Mr Cooper’s death was determined at inquest to have been:
1)(a) Multiple traumatic injuries and profound acute alcohol and drug intoxication II Depression and Alcohol Dependence Syndrome (Co-occurring conditions).
At the end of the inquest, I recorded the following Narrative Conclusion: ‘Mr Cooper died as a consequence of complications arising from injuries sustained in a fall from a height and profound intoxication in the context of unmet mental health needs’.
Circumstances of the death
Mr Cooper died on 19 June 2025 outside his home having sustained multiple traumatic injuries in a fall which occurred after he had placed himself outside his third-floor window whilst profoundly intoxicated. Mr Cooper’s death was contributed to by the co-occurring conditions of depression and alcohol dependence syndrome.
Action should be taken
In my opinion unless action is taken to address the above concerns then there is a significant risk of future deaths and I believe each of you have the power to take such action
Copies sent to
I can confirm I have sent the report to2. Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust3. The Disclosure and Barring Service4. North West Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust 5. Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board6. Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council