Overview
- At a pre-inquest review in Stafford, Coroner Fiona Gingell decided not to resume a public inquest into the 12-year-old’s death.
- Her ruling noted that the Health and Safety Executive’s investigation had already established who died, where, when and how.
- Evidence summarized to the court included the pathologist’s view that Louis’ skull fractures were not survivable and that the emergency response raised no concerns.
- The coroner referenced expert findings that the toboggan was not a contributing factor and that staff conduct had been examined in detail by the HSE.
- Louis’ parents condemned the decision and urged broader scrutiny of safety standards, as earlier HSE action saw SnowDome admit a breach and receive a £100,000 fine plus £16,000 costs with the death described as preventable.