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George Lythgoe

Salford dad flew to Australia and took his own life after both parents died just weeks apart

A grieving dad took his own life after both of his parents died just three months apart, an inquest heard.

Jason Lee Barber, who had a history of depression, was unable to visit his parents in Australia due to Covid lockdown rules. His dad John passed away in June 2021 while his mum Susan died suddenly just three months later from a brain aneurism.

Bolton Coroner's Court heard Jason, 51, was found dead in a Sydney park on February 27, close to where his parents lived. He had travelled to Australia to speak to his siblings about their parents' estate and gave no indication of his intentions that day.

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