Published 10th July 2026

Jury in Lucy Curtis inquest returns conclusion of failings in mental health care.

Lucy was just 17 years old when she died following an incident of self-harm on 27 December 2023 at the Riverside Unit in Bristol. Now an inquest jury has concluded that there were multiple missed opportunities and failures in her care.

Lucy’s family are represented by Amy Ooi of Bhat Murphy, and Ruby Peacock and Jamie Burton KC of Doughty Street Chambers. They are supported by INQUEST caseworker Kate Litman.

Read the full press release here.

Lucy’s parents have made a full statement which can be viewed here.

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