A man was found dead in his own home after a neighbour called the RSPCA to report a dog scratching at the door trying to get out. The RSPCA tried feeding the dog through the letterbox, but by the tine access was gained to the house the dog was found dead alongside its owner.
An inquest heard Reginald Moors never left his dog alone and hadn't been seen by neighbours for two weeks. RSPCA inspectors visited his housing association property on January 7 and 8 of this year.
As they were unable to get a response they gave his dog food through the letter box and put tape across the door to see if anyone was coming and going from the property. On the third day, January 9, the dog was seen lying by the patio door through the letterbox. Entry was forced into his home by a PCSO who knew Mr Moors well having supported him on many occasions in the past over issues with neighbours and housing.
