Coroner Reopens Inquest Into Teenager Harry Roome's 2022 Death After Mother's Campaign

The Senior Coroner for East Sussex has confirmed the inquest into the death of Harry Roome, aged 13, will be reopened. This decision follows a sustained campaign by Harry's mother, Ellen Roome, who has consistently argued that her son's death in October 2022 was the result of a dangerous online challenge.

Initial proceedings concluded with a narrative verdict, which Mrs Roome contends failed to adequately consider the impact of social media and specific online content. She has highlighted concerns that Harry may have been participating in or influenced by an online challenge prevalent at the time of his death.

The move to reopen the inquest will allow for a more thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding Harry's death, including potential links to online activities. Mrs Roome has publicly stated her belief that a direct connection exists between such challenges and the incident that led to her son's passing.