A MAN was found dead in his home by police, Warrington Coroner’s Court heard.

On March 1, officers attended a property in Birchwood following reports of concerns for safety.

Sadly, they found David Manley, 41, dead.

On Wednesday, senior coroner for Cheshire Jacqueline Devonish formally opened an inquest into Mr Manley’s death. This was due to the cause of death being unnatural.

The hearing will take place in July.