Coroner cannot be satisfied Ricky Hatton intended suicide, inquest concludes

Ricky Hatton's inquest heard the former world champion was found unresponsive at his Hyde home on September 14th, 2025. A toxicology report revealed a blood alcohol level more than twice the drink-driving limit. While the coroner, Alison Much, stated she was satisfied Hatton carried out the actions leading to his death, she could not be certain he intended to take his own life. The 46-year-old's family, including his father Ray and son Campbell, attended the Manchester South Coroner's Court hearing. Campbell told the court his father had made future plans, suggesting the death wasn't premeditated. Hatton's manager, Paul Speak, discovered him unresponsive in the family games room that morning; a half-full glass of wine was present. A neuropathologist testified Hatton suffered from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a brain damage linked to repeated head trauma in boxing, which Hatton's family said was mild but could affect mood and memory. The coroner added the alcohol level and CTE contributed to her inability to conclude suicide. Hatton's mother, Carol, described her son's final hug before his death, while his former partner Jennifer Dooley highlighted his struggles with organization and forgetfulness. Hatton's death, surrounded by tributes as a beloved 'People's Champion', leaves his daughters heartbroken.

Coroner's conclusion Alison Much stated: 'When I add everything together I cannot be satisfied that he intended to take his own life at that point.'