Inquest opened after retired engineer found dead in Norfolk

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 07:01 · Archive

An inquest has been opened into the death of a 71-year-old retired telemetry engineer found dead at his home in Norfolk.

An inquest has been opened into the death of Brian James Murfitt, 71, a retired telemetry engineer found dead at his home in Priors Drive, Old Catton, near Norwich, on 3 November 2026. He was identified to police by a neighbour.

Norfolk Coroner's Court heard that his provisional medical cause of death was recorded as hanging. Coroner Maeve Sykes has requested evidence from Mr Murfitt's GP, social services and Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, as well as any concerns his family wishes to raise.

The inquest was adjourned until 5 February 2027, when a full hearing is scheduled to take place at 2pm with two hours allocated.

How it is being reported

• Inquest opens after retired engineer found dead at Norfolk homeInquest opened after retired telemetry engineer Brian James Murfitt, 71, found dead at his home in Old Catton home, Norfolk.Eastern Daily Press · 14 Nov, 06:00
• Inquest opens after retired engineer found dead at Norfolk homeInquest opened after retired telemetry engineer Brian James Murfitt, 71, found dead at his home in Old Catton home, Norfolk.Norwich Evening News · 14 Nov, 06:00

In this story: Brian James Murfitt · Maeve Sykes · Old Catton · Norwich · Norfolk · Norfolk Coroner's Court

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