Drug toxicity killed mum found in flat, inquest told
AMUM who was found dead at a tower block in Stockport died as a result of drug toxicity, an inquest has heard.
Charlotte Ford suffered GHB, codeine and methylamphetamine toxicity and cardiomegaly, a postmortem examination has revealed.
The mum, 35, was found dead at the Beaver House apartment block in Offerton, Stockport, last summer.
Police initially launched a murder investigation and arrested a man in his thirties on suspicion of murder.
He was later bailed pending further enquiries and it is understood the case is no longer being treated as a murder investigation.
An inquest into the circumstances surrounding
Ms Ford’s death was opened at Stockport Coroners’ Court on January 5.
During the short hearing, coroner Alison Mutch confirmed Ms Ford’s details.
Police coroner’s officer Alison Catlow stated that Ms Ford, an office administrator, died at her home address at Beaver House, in Victoria Park, on August 21 of last year.
A post mortem examination revealed that Ms Ford’s cause of death was Gamma-hydroxybutyrate, codeine and methylamphetamine toxicity and cardiomegaly.
The inquest was adjourned and is due to be heard on March 25, with a pre-inquest review on February 11.
At the time of Ms Ford’s death, her family described her as an ‘amazing’ mum.
Her mother Lesley Ford told the Express at the time: “Our diamond of a daughter was so kind and giving and had a heart of gold.
“She had the biggest most beautiful personality and lit up a room when she walked in.
“She was an incredible Mum to her three year old son Arlo, he was her world and she idolised him.
“She was loved and adored by so many. Our grief and loss is immeasurable.”
Friends of the mum-ofone also paid tribute via social media.
Carley Jones met Ms Ford through work around 14 years ago, and they spent a period of time living in South Africa together.
“Charlotte was an amazing soul. She always wanted to help people and fix people,” she said.
“She was hilarious, bubbly and bright. She would walk into a room a light it right up.
“One of those people! Popular, adored her son.”
Close friend, Lee Griffiths, wrote: “Most of us will remember her for her kindness, warmth, and smile.
“Our thoughts go out to her family at this time. We will dance a dance for you sweetheart.
“Deeply missed by anyone and everyone that met her. “R.I.P sweetheart.” Laura Summerfield said: “Can’t believe I’m writing this. RIP Charlotte Ford.
“My thoughts are with your family and little boy at this sad time. I will treasure our memories. Sleep tight angel.”
Paul McFarlane wrote: “You were such a truly genuine person and beautiful inside and out.
“You settled and had a wonderful little son and it’s hard to believe he’s going to grow up without his amazing, caring and funny mummy.
“I’ll never forget the two years we had as desk buddies at work and I certainly won’t forget you being my “fag hag” on our many crazy night on Canal Street.
“Sleep tight babe.”