Caroline Flack's cause of death provisionally confirmed as hanging at inquest
Note: The following article contains discussion of themes including suicide that some readers may find upsetting.
An inquest has provisionally confirmed that Caroline Flack died by hanging.
At Poplar Coroner's Court today (February 19), officer Sandra Polson revealed that the former Love Island host's body was identified by her twin sister Jody and detailed how police were flagged down on Northwold Road, Stoke Newington on Saturday, February 15 and brought to Flack's flat.
Police attempted resuscitation before paramedics took over, but Flack was pronounced dead at the scene.
Related: Caroline Flack's family release unpublished Instagram post from before her death
The inquest lasted four minutes and has been adjourned until August 5.
The 40-year-old's passing sparked several social media posts from celebrities and fans alike urging people to be kinder online, as well as criticising tabloid coverage of her since she was arrested on a domestic assault charge back in December.
Flack pleaded not guilty to the accusation, and her partner Lewis Burton said that he did not support the prosecution.
Love Island was taken off air for two consecutive evenings, before returning on Monday with a touching tribute from narrator Iain Stirling.
"We are all absolutely devastated by the tragic news that Caroline, a much-loved member of our Love Island family, has passed away," he began. "Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this dreadful time.
"Caroline and me were together from the very start of Love Island, and her passion, warmth and infectious enthusiasm were a crucial part of what made the show connect with millions of viewers.
"Like many of you, right now we're just trying to come to terms with what has happened. My only hope is that we can all try and be kinder, always show love, and listen to one another."
We would encourage anyone who identifies with the topics raised in this article to reach out. Organisations who can offer support include Samaritans on 116 123 (www.samaritans.org) or Mind on 0300 123 3393 (www.mind.org.uk). Readers in the US are encouraged to visit mentalhealth.gov or the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
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