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Scottish Sun
12 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Young dad's heartbreaking final warning revealed before he was found dead by stepfather after taking his own life
Former footballer had enjoyed Christmas drinks with pals before tragedy LAST WORDS Young dad's heartbreaking final warning revealed before he was found dead by stepfather after taking his own life Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A YOUNG dad sent his friends a heartbreaking final warning before he took his own life, an inquest heard. Corey French, 19, was discovered dead by his stepfather outside his home in Swansea on Christmas Eve. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Corey French was discovered dead by his stepdad Credit: WNS The inquest was told Corey, who had a three-month-old son, was fighting a secret battle with addiction issues including gambling. Corey had told his GP he had been misusing alcohol, cocaine and cannabis before his death. In a letter found after his death, he apologised for "having to go out like this". Corey said: "I can't do it anymore. I can't bare pain I'm going through. Don't do drugs, that's what has got me." The inquest heard Corey was a popular and talented young footballer who had been described by former teachers as a "bright boy who loved school sports and art". He was said to love his son and would "regularly show him off" to family members. Corey had taken on a job where he would work away from home during the week, which he told a family member he struggled with. But he had not indicated to friends, family or his girlfriend that he intended to harm himself. On the evening he died, Corey had gone out to meet friends for a few drinks to celebrate Christmas before being taken home by his girlfriend. His stepdad John later discovered the young dad dead outside the family home, the court heard. Senior coroner Aled Gruffydd returned a conclusion of suicide. You're Not Alone EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes. And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women. Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now. That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You're Not Alone. If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: CALM, 0800 585 858 Heads Together, HUMEN Mind, 0300 123 3393 Papyrus, 0800 068 41 41 Samaritans, 116 123 Corey enjoyed football and played for West End FC before having a stint at Treboeth. He attended Gower College to study plumbing, before finding work with a local builder. Corey later got a job with Swansea Council as a van driver. If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123. 3 Corey had warned his friends not to do drugs Credit: WNS
The Irish Sun
12 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Young dad's heartbreaking final warning revealed before he was found dead by stepfather after taking his own life
A YOUNG dad sent his friends a heartbreaking final warning before he took his own life, an inquest heard. Corey French, 19, was discovered dead by his stepfather outside his home in Swansea on Christmas Eve. Advertisement 3 Corey French was discovered dead by his stepdad Credit: WNS The inquest was told Corey, who had a three-month-old son, was fighting a secret battle with addiction issues including gambling . Corey had told his GP he had been misusing alcohol, cocaine and cannabis before his death. In a letter found after his death, he apologised for "having to go out like this". Corey said: "I can't do it anymore. I can't bare pain I'm going through. Don't do drugs, that's what has got me." Advertisement Read more news The inquest heard Corey was a popular and talented young footballer who had been described by former teachers as a "bright boy who loved school sports and art". He was said to love his son and would "regularly show him off" to family members. Corey had taken on a job where he would work away from home during the week, which he told a family member he struggled with. But he had not indicated to friends, family or his girlfriend that he intended to harm himself. Advertisement Most read in The Sun On the evening he died, Corey had gone out to meet friends for a few drinks to celebrate Christmas before being taken home by his girlfriend. His stepdad John later discovered the young dad dead outside the family home, the court heard. Senior coroner Aled Gruffydd returned a conclusion of suicide. You're Not Alone EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes. And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women. Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now. That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: CALM, Heads Together, HUMEN Mind, Papyrus, Samaritans, Corey enjoyed football and played for West End FC before having a stint at Treboeth. Advertisement He attended Gower College to study plumbing, before finding work with a local builder. Corey later got a job with Swansea Council as a van driver. If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123. 3 Corey had warned his friends not to do drugs Credit: WNS Advertisement 3 The dad's death was recorded as suicide Credit: WNS
The Sun
12 hours ago
- The Sun
Young dad's heartbreaking final warning revealed before he was found dead by stepfather after taking his own life
A YOUNG dad sent his friends a heartbreaking final warning before he took his own life, an inquest heard. Corey French, 19, was discovered dead by his stepfather outside his home in Swansea on Christmas Eve. 3 The inquest was told Corey, who had a three-month-old son, was fighting a secret battle with addiction issues including gambling. Corey had told his GP he had been misusing alcohol, cocaine and cannabis before his death. In a letter found after his death, he apologised for "having to go out like this". Corey said: "I can't do it anymore. I can't bare pain I'm going through. Don't do drugs, that's what has got me." The inquest heard Corey was a popular and talented young footballer who had been described by former teachers as a "bright boy who loved school sports and art". He was said to love his son and would "regularly show him off" to family members. Corey had taken on a job where he would work away from home during the week, which he told a family member he struggled with. But he had not indicated to friends, family or his girlfriend that he intended to harm himself. On the evening he died, Corey had gone out to meet friends for a few drinks to celebrate Christmas before being taken home by his girlfriend. His stepdad John later discovered the young dad dead outside the family home, the court heard. Senior coroner Aled Gruffydd returned a conclusion of suicide. You're Not Alone EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide It doesn't discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers. It's the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes. And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women. Yet it's rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now. That is why The Sun launched the You're Not Alone campaign. The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives. Let's all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You're Not Alone. If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: CALM, 0800 585 858 Heads Together, HUMEN Mind, 0300 123 3393 Papyrus, 0800 068 41 41 Samaritans, 116 123 Corey enjoyed football and played for West End FC before having a stint at Treboeth. He attended Gower College to study plumbing, before finding work with a local builder. Corey later got a job with Swansea Council as a van driver. If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123. 3 3
Wales Online
17 hours ago
- Wales Online
'That's what got me' Teen dad's final words to his family
'That's what got me' Teen dad's final words to his family Corey French, 19, had a young son and was found dead outside the family home on Christmas Eve Swansea's Guildhall, where the inquest was held (Image: Media Wales ) A popular talented young footballer found dead outside his family home on Christmas Eve had urged his friends and family not to do drugs. An inquest was held into the death of Corey James French at Swansea's Guildhall on Wednesday afternoon. It heard how the 19-year-old was pronounced dead on December 24, 2024, after he was tragically discovered at Woodford Road in Blaenymaes, Swansea, by his stepfather. Mr French was a former Townhill and Seaview school pupil, who was described as a "bright boy who loved school sports and art", and would receive glowing reports from teachers. Never miss a Swansea story by signing up to our newsletter here He played for West End Football Club, before getting poached to play for Treboeth, but returned to West End soon after to carry on playing with his friends. He also played football for the school team when he went to Bishop Gore School. The young man went on to Gower College to study plumbing, before finding work with a local builder, where he learnt skills in flooring and carpentry. He was then employed by Swansea Council as a van driver, with duties including picking up traffic signs, which he loved, due to his passion for driving. Article continues below Mr French was a new father to a young son, who was three months old, and who he loved, and "would regularly show him off" to family members. He would often go out socialising with friends on the weekend, and had loyal friends. He later took on a job where he would be working away during the week, and would return home to visit family and friends at the weekend, a schedule which he confided with a family member that he found difficult. The inquest was told in a police covering report how the teenager had been struggling with an addiction to alcohol, gambling, and drugs. He had visited his GP where he had disclosed how he had been misusing alcohol, cocaine and cannabis. Where you can get support for your mental health in Wales Mind Cymru - mental health charity working across Wales to support people in their communities. Call the infoline on 0300 123 33 93 Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm for information on mental health problems, where to get help near you, treatment options, advocacy services. Mind can also be contacted by email: info@ Beat Cymru - leading eating disorder charity offering support and guidance for people worried about their own or someone else's health, support available 365 days a year on the Welsh helpline 0808 801 0433 or Community Advice & Listening Line (CALL) - Mental health helpline for people in Wales which offers emotional support and information for anyone concerned about their own mental health or a friend/family member's mental health. Call 0800 13 27 37 or text 'help' to 81066 Samaritans - For confidential support, Samaritans can be contacted around the clock 365 days a year on 116 123 All information correct at time of publication. On December 23, 2024, Mr French went out to meet friends for a few drinks ahead of Christmas in the Brynmill and Port Tennant areas of Swansea, before being picked up and taken home by his girlfriend, with whom he shared excitement over their new relationship, and told her he looked forward to making memories. The next morning, a number of letters were found downstairs in the property of his family home. Mr French was not found in his room, and his stepfather, John, later discovered Mr French outside the family home. He called the emergency services, and police, along with two rapid response ambulances attended the scene. Tragically, Mr French was pronounced dead. Within the letters he apologised to his family for "having to go out like this", adding: "I can't do it anymore. I can't bare pain I'm going through. Don't do drugs, that's what has got me." Article continues below The inquest heard how Mr French had not indicated any intention of harming himself to his friends, family or girlfriend. Senior coroner Aled Gruffydd returned a suicide conclusion.
