Inquest into death at Witney M&S
The inquest into the death of a 76-year-old woman who died in Witney’s Marks & Spencer store will be held today.
At the opening of the inquest on July 7, coroner Darren Salter said Paula Symes, from Woodstock, appeared to have choked to death in the cafe.
The retired maths teacher was out shopping with her husband on July 1, when the incident happened according to Mr Salter.
The inquest was adjourned for more evidence to be collected and is to be concluded at 11.15am at Oxford Coroner’s Court.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article