'It is hugely important that the services take the opportunities to accept and resolve these issues to help prevent future avoidable deaths, that could happen to anyone'
The family of a man killed in an axe attack by his mentally ill cousin say they feel 'vindicated' after an inquest jury ruled multiple 'failings' by police and mental health services probably contributed to his death.
READ MORE: Terror at GP surgery as patient leaves doctor and receptionist unconscious after he couldn't get appointment For the past fortnight, an inquest into Mr Lowry's death at Stockport Coroner's Court has been hearing evidence regarding the care and supervision of Mr Glennon by agencies including the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Trust and Greater Manchester Police .
The inquest also heard Mr Lowry accompanied his cousin, who he was close to and acted as 'somewhat of a carer to', to his GP on February 26 and made a number of 'anxious' calls and left 'urgent' messages to GMMH services the following day raising concern about his cousin's welfare. They also said that Greater Manchester Police : "Failed to capture and respond to the information and concern raised by the offender’s ex-partner in her 101 call to them on 27 February 2020, which probably contributed to Ryan’s death.'
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Ryan Lowry inquest LIVE updates as jury set to return conclusion over axe killingMr Lowry, 36, from Stockport died after his mentally ill cousin Ashley Rowen struck him 13 times with an axe
Read more »
Arnold Palmer Invitational: Scottie Scheffler and Shane Lowry part of six-way tie for leadScottie Scheffler makes a late charge to join Shane Lowry and four others in a six-way tie for the lead at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Read more »
Arnold Palmer Invitational: Shane Lowry and Scottie Scheffler lead the wayShane Lowry and Scottie Scheffler hold a share of the lead heading into the final day of the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Read more »
Stephen Lowry admits his outlook has changed as he leaves injury concerns behindColeraine midfielder determined to make the most of his playing time
Read more »
Ryan Garcia threatens to sue New York Commission after they request mental health evaluation ahead of...Boxing star Ryan Garcia threatens to sue New York Commission over mental health evaluation request
Read more »
Inside EastEnders and Shameless's Amanda Ryan's life as she returns to CasualtyShameless star Amanda Ryan has a key role in Charlie Fairhead's Casualty exit episode - but what is her life like off screen and where have you seen her before?
Read more »