Inquest Reveals Dehydration as Cause of Death for Two-Year-Old Bronson Battersby

The toddler was found dead alongside his father, who had suffered a fatal heart attack, in their Skegness home.

Bronson Battersby died from dehydration and appeared malnourished, according to the coroner's report.
His father, Kenneth Battersby, was found dead from a suspected heart attack in their basement apartment.
Social services had been in contact with the family but failed to gain access to the home before the bodies were discovered.
An independent review and police investigation are underway to examine potential missed opportunities by authorities.
A malnourished dog was also found in the apartment, highlighting the dire conditions in which they lived.