No further details

AN inquest into the death on January 30 of 24­year­old Leading Hand Benjamin Thomas opened on Friday February 9, although the Navy have yet to provide more details.

According to a national news outlet the Royal Navy stated “The thoughts and sympathies of the Royal Navy go out to the family and friends” adding that: “It would be inappropriate to comment and any further queries should be directed to the Coroner.”

Thomas died at HMS Raleigh shore base, Torpoint, which according to the Navy’s website is “The ‘front door’ for entry into the Royal Navy, where ratings from all branches receive their 10­week Initial Naval Training. “On a typical day there are around 2,200 people on site.”

The Royal Navy, who have recently been in the news after their aircraft carrier broke down for the second time, has also not revealed when further details regarding the sailor’s death at the Cornwall training base will be released.