Norfolk Coroner's Court in Norwich. Picture: ANTONY KELLY (Image: Archant Norfolk 2016)
An inquest into the death of a woman who contracted coronavirus has opened.
Ruth Cushine, who was born in Norwich, and lived in North Walsham, died at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) on April 12.
Yvonne Blake, area coroner, opened an inquest into her death on Monday, April 20, at Norfolk Coroner’s Court, in Norwich.
She said the 85-year-old was born on October 10, 1934, and was a housewife.
Mrs Blake said the medical cause of death was Covid-19 virus and a fractured hip.
Due to emergency legislation introduced by the government, the inquest will be adjourned until July 16 to be held with a jury.
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 The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.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 here