Peter Camp

I am Jason PEGG, Area Coroner for the coroner area of Hampshire, Portsmouth and Southampton

INVESTIGATION On 17 February 2023 I commenced an investigation into the death of Peter John CAMP aged 76. The investigation has not yet concluded and the inquest has not been heard.

Police officers attended the address of 2, The Haven, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 2BD following a concern for welfare raised by the deceased’s friend. The deceased had complained of feeling unwell the previous morning. Police entered the property and noted the heating in the property was on. They found the deceased (Peter John CAMP) in his bedroom. There were no signs of forced entry, and the death was reported to the coroner as a non-suspicious category 3 death.

During the course of the investigation my inquiries revealed matters giving rise to concern. In my opinion there is a risk that future deaths could occur unless action is taken. In the circumstances it is my statutory duty to report to you. The MATTERS OF CONCERN are as follows: The deceased has been found at post-mortem examination to have elevated levels of blood carboxy haemoglobin (COHb). This elevated level is indicative of carbon monoxide toxicity. The deceased was exposed to carbon monoxide at 2, The Haven, Gosport, Hampshire. Carbon monoxide toxicity can lead to death. There is a continuing risk to life caused by the present circumstances at 2, The Haven, Gosport, Hampshire. The source of the carbon monoxide has not yet been ascertained but is likely to be associated with faulty heating/cooking apparatus or ventilation.

In my opinion action should be taken to prevent future deaths and I believe you (and/or your organisation) have the power to take such action.