The Cardiff City legend, 35, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel in South Wales on March 7, 2020. Ex-Cardiff City ace Peter Whittingham, 35, suffered a serious head injury after tumbling down stairs leading to a beer garden in Barry, South Wales in March last year. Coroner Graeme Hughes, the senior coroner for South Wales central area, formally begins the inquest. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. Whittingham led the Welsh giants to the Premier League for the first time in 2013 as Championship winners, and also helped them to the 2008 FA Cup final, where they lost 1-0 to Portsmouth. Mr Hughes recorded the date of death as March 18 at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff and the cause of death as subdural hematoma (operated). Mrs Whittingham gave birth to their second son two months after his death. Then, as a professional footballer - as a Bluebird - he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. ", One Sheffield Wednesday fan wrote: "RIP Peter Whittingham, really good player and was always on my signing wish list.". He said: During a period of horseplay with a friend and a relative he appeared to have lost his balance, travelled through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and as he did so his head has come into contact with the steps. His retirement came about in 2018 after a spell with Blackburn Rovers. Mr Taylor said he recalled people wanting to take photographs with Whittingham in the pub corridor, which led to steps taking guests to an external smoking area, but also said he had no memory of "play fighting" or Whittingham falling before he noticed him on the ground. The Championship club confirmed the former Bluebirds midfielder had died after a police statement earlier in the week that he was in a critical condition in hospital. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family. South Wales Police said on Wednesday said there is no evidence or suggestion of a criminal act and that it appeared the injury was caused by an accidental fall. Mrs Whittingham said she texted her husband at 9pm but didnt hear back and after she called later there was no answer and she fell asleep. "Enquiries are continuing into the circumstances of the incident.". He said at time of the incident the only people present were Robert Williams, Ryan Taylor, and Mr Whittingham. An ex-Cardiff City player hit his head and died after falling down stairs at a pub in a pretend fight with friends, an inquest heard. Medical evidence is now being heard at the inquest.
Peter Whittingham dead at 35: Cardiff legend leaves behind pregnant Coroner Graeme Hughes recorded an accidental death conclusion. A club statement read: It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. It takes just seconds to sign up - simply click here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. A subscription makes a thoughtful gift for both family and friends. Mrs Whittingham also provided a witness statement which was read at the hearing. Its a journalists duty to make sure the public understands the reasons why someone has died and to make sure their deaths are not kept secret. The coroner recorded a conclusion of accidental death. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Cardiff said they were "heartbroken" in a statement on their website. But, most importantly of all, an inquest report can draw attention to circumstances which may stop further deaths from happening. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, rest in peace Whitts was too young, Whittingham played under current Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2014, and the Norwegian called him an incredible human being.. "We are heartbroken. Robert Williams, Mr Whittingham's brother-in-law, told Pontypridd Coroner's Court they had been drinking lager, bitter and tequila through the afternoon and evening along with friend Ryan Taylor, and the evening was a "blackout" in his memory. Peter Whittingham hit his head and tragically died after falling down a flight of stairs at a pub in a drunken 'play fight' with friends, an inquest heard. Whittingham, an ex-England Under-21 international who started his career with Aston Villa, sustained a head injury in a fall at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020, where he had watched an England vs Wales rugby match with friends. But it was with the Welsh side that his talents really shone, becoming one of their most consistent performers between 2007 and 2017. RIP". The dad-of-two fell down a flight of stairs at a pub in Barry on March 7 - the day of England's Six Nations clash with Wales - and was left with devastating head injuries. The press has a legal right to attend inquests and has a responsibility to report on them as part of their duty to uphold the principle of open justice. Get the best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. He later died at 1.51pm on March 18, the inquest hears.
I just know he had hit his head on the small step on the stairs., He added: I was the first person there and offered him my hand thinking he would just take it and he would get up on his feet. "During a period of horseplay with a friend and relative he appears to have lost his balance and gone through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and his head has come into contact with the steps.". The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. He described finding the footballer lying at the bottom of the stairs with his face to the side, but when he tried to lift him, Mr Whittingham's body was limp. The left-footed maestro finished his career at Blackburn Rovers and played for England under-21s, earning 17 caps. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Peter Whittingham is critical in hospital, say police, Peter Whittingham is said to have suffered an accidental fall at a pub, Peter Whittingham's greatest goals for Cardiff City, Whittingham spent the best part of his career at Cardiff, The midfielder enjoyed a highly successful playing career, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Former Premier League footballer Peter Whittingham has died at age 35 nearly two weeks after sustaining a head injury in an accidental fall at a pub, according to South Wales police. She said she woke at around midnight to find her mum banging on her door. Get insight to top players, instructions & drills and extensive coverage of equipment. He said: "On March 7, 2020, he attended a pub in Barry with friends and relatives. What was his cause of death? My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, rest in peace Whitts was too young., Former Liverpool and England striker Fowler, who spent the 2007-08 season at Cardiff, tweeted: Just awful news Deepest sympathies go out to all his family and friends , one of lifes good guys, a genuinely real diamond of a man.. One of the best players to play in the Championship. Mr Lewis said he went to the area and saw someone lying on the floor before calling the emergency services. He said: I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. Peter Whittingham dead at 35. Peter will be deeply missed and our thoughts are with his family at this very sad time.. He led the Bluebirds to the Premier League for the first time in 2013 and also helped them to the FA Cup final in 2008 and League Cup final in 2012. We love you Pete and your memory will eternally stay with us., READ: Borussia Monchengladbach players offer to give up their salaries. She said: I hope [our children] will be proud and comforted by their daddy's life and not overshadowed by details we are about to hear about his cruel death., Get the FREE Mirror Football newsletter with the day's key headlines and transfer news straight into your inbox. Its hard to believe that he has been taken from us at such a young age. "Over the course of the afternoon/evening he has consumed a quantity of alcohol that has likely impacted his demeanour and steadiness," he said. THE midfielder was rushed to hospital after an incident on Saturday March 7. Plus tips on how to play better and interviews with the biggest names. You were one of the most technical and gifted players Ive played with and that left foot of yours was like a wand.
Peter Whittingham death: Tributes paid to Cardiff City legend who died Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. One wrote on Twitter: "Incredibly sad news. Mr Hughes passed his deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Whittingham as he ended the hearing. Peter was a fantastic footballer and an incredible human being. I will forever be grateful for you taking me under your wing, he said on Instagram. He is believed to have fallen down a flight of stairs at a pub in Barry and was left. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The former England Under-21 international made 459 appearances and scored 98 goals for Cardiff before finishing his career at Blackburn in 2018. ', My post-natal depression was so severe I had to close my business, Emma Jay returned back to work within weeks of having her baby girl and struggled as she tried to juggle it all, The terrace of seven old houses untouched in the midst of a huge development in the heart of Wales' capital, The tiny row of terraced houses is soon to be part of one of Cardiff's biggest city centre developments in decades, A man kept valuable classic cars buried under undergrowth in gardens, Rein Perens, 75, been left devastated after Cardiff council cleared away some of the cars using pest control legislation, The shocking barriers that disabled people face every day in our towns and cities, We should be able to live our lives without having to advocate for our rights and access, The 50 best restaurants in Cardiff in 2023: The best places to eat in the city, With some high profile new entries on the list, its a great time to eat out in Cardiff, London Welsh choir wows Britain's Got Talent judge on Saturday Kitchen, London Welsh Rugby Club Male Choir were back on Saturday Kitchen to celebrate St David's Day after a two-year break, Wales rugby star in tears as he pays tribute to team-mate amid family difficulties, Locked Up: The criminals justice caught up with in February and what happened to them, These 73 people have all been locked up for the most serious crimes bought before the courts in Wales, Swansea City defeat ends in chaos as manager sent off and escorted from pitch, Saturday Night Takeaway viewers say new segment is spoiling their enjoyment of ITV show, The second episode of Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway saw the return of 'Ring My Bell', Minister leading roads freeze has claimed for nearly 12,000 miles of car journeys but only three train trips, Welsh Government deputy minister Lee Waters wants people to take public transport instead of driving, Met Office issues 'disruptive snow' warning for parts of Wales, The Met Office says the forecast is still uncertain but there is a risk of disruptive snow at the end of next week, First look at Pasture's new small plates restaurant and speakeasy bar Parallel, Parallel can be found next door to Pasture on Cardiff's High Street. He died at University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, police said. Fans have been posting their tributes on social media since Whittingham's tragic plight was revealed earlier this week. The Championship club confirmed the former Bluebirds midfielder had died after a police. She said: "Rob was going out to watch the Wales v England game at the Park Hotel pub in Barry and trying to persuade Peter to go with him. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. As painful as these proceedings are for those who have lost a loved one the lessons that can be learned from inquests can go a long way to saving others lives. Whittingham was taken to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff.
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