Prisoner death not suspicious, inquest told

Wednesday 14 December 2016

An inquest into the death of a 41 year-old prisoner who died while on remand has heard that his death is not being treated as suspicious.

Simon Baudains, owner of Baudains Brothers Professional Relocation Services, had been on remand at La Moye Prison since the Thursday prior to his death.

He was taken to hospital at lunchtime on Sunday 4 December for medical treatment, but was later confirmed to have died at 14:30 after apparently having a fit.

An investigation was established two days later to determine the exact course of Mr Baudains’ death.

Deputy Viscount Mark Harris, presiding, told the inquest: “[ Mr Baudains] technically died in custody in the sense that he was on remand.”

“He was unwell [and] he was taken to the Accident and Emergency Department where he suffered a fit and died shortly thereafter.”

A post-mortem examination was requested and carried out by Home Office Registered Forensic Pathologist Dr Russell Delaney on 7 December.

While some analyses are still outstanding, Detective Constable Michelle Hayden, appearing before the inquest to give evidence, said: “Inquiries are ongoing at this stage, however there are no suspicious circumstances.”

The case is now adjourned pending future results, and Mr Baudains’ body has been released for funeral arrangements.