BBC Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright's cause of death confirmed

ok.co.uk:

BBC Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright died from a ruptured ulcer in his stomach, his death certificate has confirmed.The renowned radio presenter, a well-known voice across the UK, passed away unexpectedly aged 69 at his £2million residence in Marylebone, London on February 12.

Steve's death certificate has now been revealed by BBC News, which lists acute peritonitis and a perforated gastric peptic ulcer as the causes of his death.

Peritonitis is an infection of the lining of the stomach, according to the NHS. A perforated ulcer is a rarer complication when the lining of the stomach splits open.

At the time, Metropolitan Police confirmed Steve's death was “unexpected, but is not being treated as suspicious." His family released a heartbreaking statement announcing the tragic news, as they shared their "deep sorrow" at his passing. "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright," they said. "In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard. "Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK's most enduring and popular radio personalities," "As we all grieve, the family requests privacy at this immensely difficult time," Steve first joined BBC Radio 1 in 1980 to host a Saturday evening show and held various positions including an afternoon show and a breakfast show at the station.