A north Powys pensioner is believed to have died from an asbestos‑related cancer, an inquest has heard.
Grahame Brown, 76, died at his home in Llansanffraid on January 29 after receiving palliative care for cancer.
His inquest was opened at Pontypridd Coroner’s Court on Wednesday, February 11, where it was confirmed the provisional cause of death as sarcomatoid mesothelioma. The rare cancer can be linked to exposure to asbestos fibres.
Mr Brown was formally identified by his Llanfyllin GP, Dr Kate O’Dwyer. No post-mortem examination was carried out.
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During the brief hearing, Senior Coroner Graeme Hughes said there was sufficient reason to suspect that the 76‑year‑old’s death was “unnatural,” adding that evidence suggested Mr Brown “appears to have died due to exposure to asbestos during his working life.”
The inquest was adjourned to a date yet to be confirmed but is expected to resume later this year.
The senior coroner offered his condolences to Mr Brown’s family and friends.
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