A jury inquest concluded that neglect by the Leicestershire Partnership Trust contributed to the death ‘by misadventure’ of Amanda Briley.
Amanda was 20 years old when she was found unconscious with a ligature at The Bradgate Mental Health Unit whilst an inpatient detained under the Mental Health Act. She died in hospital two days later on 28 December 2016.
Megan Phillips of Bhatt Murphy represents Amanda’s family. Read the full press release on the INQUEST website here.