'Multiple failures' led to death of inmate in prison

A jury has found there were “multiple failures” which led to the death of a prisoner in a Lancashire jail.

- by Sean Gleaves

Aaron Taylor, 32, was found dead at Garth Prison, near Leyland

The jury returned a narrative conclusion after an inquest into the death of Aaron Taylor, aged 32.

Mr Taylor died in Garth Prison, near Leyland, in August 2023. The jury said there were “multiple failures” by prison staff and health professionals to safeguard Mr Taylor.

They said there were “missed opportunities” and a failure in the duty of care, caused by a “lack of documentation” and a “lack of professional curiosity”.

Mr Taylor was found hanged in his cell.