Sign up for the free MyBolton newsletter to get the top stories direct to your inbox A personal trainer asked his family for permission to end his life in the days leading up to his death, an inquest heard.
Lewis Horrocks, who was also known by the surname Kirby, was found hanged at his home earlier this year following a long battle with mental illness.
The 28-year-old was discovered by family members at his flat on Reed Close in Farnworth on April 2. Lewis, who owned his own personal training business, had previously been diagnosed with emotionally unstable personality disorder among other mental health issues.
An inquest into his death was held at Bolton Coroner’s Court today on Monday. READ MORE: Tributes to 'amazing' personal
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