AN elderly Romsey man died days before Christmas after falling at his home, an inquest has heard.
Jeffrey Carpenter, 84, died in Southampton General Hospital after falling down the stairs at Riverside Gardens.
Southampton Coroner’s Court heard how he was prone to falls after suffering epileptic seizures and he later died in hospital from head injuries.
Coroner Keith Wiseman recorded a verdict of accidental death.
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