A WOMAN in her 50s was found dead by her partner in an outbuilding.
An inquest into the death of Diane Velma Paton was formally opened at Warrington Coroner’s Court on Wednesday.
The Wilmslow resident died at an address in the town on January 4, aged 57.
A coroner officer stated that the reason for an inquest being requested was due to toxicology reports showing an ‘unnatural’ cause of death.
They requested an inquest be opened and adjourned for further work to be completed.
This was granted by Jacqueline Devonish, senior coroner for Cheshire.
She said: “On the evidence I have heard, I am satisfied the case of Diane Velma Paton will require an inquest.
“I therefore formally open an inquest and adjourn to be heard on June 17.”
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