A jury is hearing evidence at Crook Civic Centre as the inquest into the death of Emily Moore examines the circumstances surrounding her care and death while she was under the care of Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV).

Emily, from Shildon, died in February 2020 aged 18. Her death has been the subject of years of investigations, legal proceedings and scrutiny of mental health services in the North East. The inquest is expected to hear evidence from healthcare professionals, experts and members of Emily’s family over several days.

This blog will be updated throughout the hearing as evidence is presented.

Background: Who was Emily Moore?

Emily Moore was an 18-year-old from Shildon who had been receiving support from mental health services before her death in February 2020.

She had been under the care of Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust and had received treatment at facilities operated by the trust. Her death came during a period when serious concerns were being raised about patient safety within parts of the organisation.

The Care Quality Commission later brought a prosecution against TEWV relating to Emily’s care. The trust was found not guilty of the specific charge following a trial at Teesside Magistrates’ Court in 2024, although concerns about aspects of her care had previously been acknowledged.

In February 2025, a coroner ruled there was sufficient evidence for a full jury inquest into Emily’s death to resume.

What is this inquest examining?

The purpose of the inquest is to establish who Emily was, and how, when and where she came by her death. Jurors may also hear evidence about the care and treatment she received, and whether any wider factors contributed to the circumstances of her death.

The hearing is taking place before a jury at Crook Civic Centre.

Rolling Updates

  • June 22: Inquest Opens

The jury inquest into Emily Moore’s death began at Crook Civic Centre.

Jurors were expected to hear opening evidence concerning Emily’s background, her contact with mental health services and the events leading up to her death in February 2020. The hearing forms part of a long-running investigation into the circumstances surrounding her care.

  • June 23: Evidence Continues

The second day of proceedings saw the inquest continue before the jury at Crook Civic Centre.

Further evidence was scheduled to be heard as the coroner and jury examined Emily’s treatment history and the decisions made by professionals involved in her care.

  • June 24: Hearing Continues

The inquest resumed for a third day before the jury.

Additional witnesses are expected to give evidence as the investigation continues into the events preceding Emily’s death. The hearing remains ongoing.

Latest Position

The inquest remains ongoing. This page will be updated with witness evidence, legal submissions, findings and any significant developments as they are heard in court.