Overview

• Grace Gardner was found dead at her partner's home in Bewdley, Worcestershire, on April 23, 2024, with severe facial injuries believed to be caused by a dog attack.
• A forensic pathologist identified three potential causes of death: facial injuries from a dog attack, drug use, or coronary artery disease, but could not determine their precise contributions.
• Toxicology reports revealed synthetic opioids, designer benzodiazepines, and cocaine in Gardner's system, which may have independently caused or contributed to her death.
• The inquest also highlighted Gardner's significant coronary artery disease, which posed a risk of sudden death and could have been a standalone cause.
• Three dogs present at the scene were euthanized, and although Gardner's partner and his mother were initially arrested, no charges were filed after further investigation.