Winchester Coroner's Court (Image: Other)
The inquest has opened into the death of a Southampton man after he fell from a garage roof.
Simon Frost, 65, of Oakley Road, Millbrook, was clearing a property in the city on May 8, the hearing heard.
Jason Pegg, area coroner sitting in Winchester, described the circumstances of Mr Frost's death.
He said: "Mr Frost was clearing a house on May 8 and he fell from a garage rafter onto a concrete floor whilst clearing a property.
The emergency services were called and he was taken to Southampton hospital and despite the care he received, he passed away on May 12."
Mr Pegg said Mr Frost suffered traumatic injuries.
The inquest was adjourned until June 9, 2025.
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