Inquest concludes for Joshua Fisk, 21 and from Aldeburgh

On Tuesday, the inquest for Joshua Fisk was held at Suffolk Coroners’ Court in Ipswich.

Mr Fisk died at the family home in Aldeburgh on January 25, two days after his 21st birthday.

His parents, Lisa and James, were present in court for his inquest..

They told the presiding coroner, Dr Daniel Sharpstone, that their son was “so compassionate, full of life and empathy”.

Mrs Fisk told the court: “Josh always stopped to speak to a man on bench at top road, because he thought the man was lonely. He gave him that bit of time. That was the type of person he was; if friends needed him, he was there.

“His heart was so open. I always said the world is in your hands it’s up to you what you do with it.”

Mr Fisk had visited his GP after suffering from low mood in December of 2022 after the end of a relationship. He said he had thoughts of ending his life but said that he had no plans to do so. It was agreed that Mr Fisk would try to lower his alcohol consumption, which he said was affecting his sleep.

The GP tried to contact Mr Fisk in January 2023, but he did not respond. No further contact with mental health services was had.

Mr Fisk’s family said he "did not seem unhappy in any way". He liked his job had been touched that his work colleagues had bought him gifts for his birthday.

In the evening, Mr Fisk had helped his mother prepare dinner. Later, the family had been looking for his savings book and enjoyed reminiscing over old photographs they found.

The following day, Mrs Fisk returned home from work at 3.30pm. When she entered her son’s bedroom, she discovered that he had taken action to end his life.

The emergency services were called, but Mr Fisk was declared deceased at 4.18pm.

Dr Sharpstone recorded a conclusion of suicide. He offered his own sincere condolences to Mr and Mrs Fisk.

If you need urgent mental health support call NHS 111 and select option 2, or the Samaritans on 116 123. Both services are available 24 hours 7 days a week