Toby Kirkup dead latest – Peaky Blinders and Emmerdale star, 48, dies HOURS after leaving hospital causing concern

WHAT WAS TOBY KIRKUP’S CAUSE OF DEATH?

Kirkup was admitted to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary on August 29 after he had been experiencing chest pains and a tingling sensation in his arms.

He was diagnosed with gastritis and he was sent home back to Titanic Mills in Slaithwaite.

However, later on the afternoon his condition worsened.

He began to vomit before he eventually suffered a cardiac arrest, Bradford Coroner’s Court heard.

Coroners officer Catherine Toner told assistant coroner, Katy Dickinson, that Kirkup had been dealing with drug and alcohol issues.

EXPLAINED: WHAT IS GASTRITIS?

Gastritis occurs when the lining of the stomach becomes inflamed after it’s been damaged.

It’s a common condition with a wide range of causes.

For most people, gastritis is not serious and improves quickly if treated. But if not, it can last for years.

NEXT HEARING SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 30

The Emmerdale actor’s family had requested that the coroner examine his body, after a post-mortem report claimed he died of natural causes.

Kirkup’s family also raised concerns about the medical care he received from the hospital.

Another hearing in the case has been scheduled for September 30. 

WHAT IS A CARDIAC ARREST?

A cardiac arrest is a serious heart condition, with a sudden loss of blood flow to the heart causing it to stop beating.

TOBY KIRKUP WAS PLANNING TO STUDY A MASTERS DEGREE IN CREATIVE WRITING

He studied drama at the University of Huddersfield and worked as a writer, stagehand, TV presenter and actor. He was also a keen skiier.

Mr Kirkup also had hopes of starting a masters degree in creative writing at Leeds University.

OBITURARY FOR TOBY KIRKUP IS PUBLISHED

It read: “On the 29th August 2020 Toby died suddenly at home in Huddersfield aged 48.

“Beloved son of Philip and Pamela younger brother of Dominic and Sammy. Much loved father to Isabella and dear friend to many.

“Private service at Church of St Thomas, Thurstonland on Monday 21st of September followed by private committal at Huddersfield Crematorium.

“Family flowers only please. Donation in lieu of ACA UK. All enquires to Highfield Funeral Service Tel 01484 428243.”