Main content

"I couldn't breathe."

Melanie Leahy recalls hearing the news of her son's death, 10 years ago to the day.

10 years ago, on 15 November 2012, Matthew Leahy died at an Essex mental health facility.

It's been a long journey for Matthew's family, particularly his mother Melanie who has been campaigning for answers about how he died.

Concerns have been raised about patient safety at EPUT - Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. It has already been fined 拢1.5 million for safety failings relating to the deaths of 11 patients in its care (from March 2022).

成人快手 Essex speaks to Melanie Leahy on the anniversary of her son's death.

Paul Scott, Chief Executive of Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT), said in a statement:

鈥淥ur condolences remain with Matthew鈥檚 family and loved ones at this difficult time. Safety is our absolute priority and we are relentlessly focused on providing the best care and support for patients in environments that are both safe and therapeutic.

"We have made significant investment to improve safety on our wards and are committed to continuously improving the care we provide.鈥

Release date:

Duration:

11 minutes