CURRENT REPORT BLOG Legendary English footballer Sir Bobby Charlton’s tragic death was the result of an accidental fall at a care home where he was receiving care for dementia. During an inquest at Cheshire Coroner’s Court, it was revealed that the World Cup-winning football icon lost his balance while rising from a chair, striking a windowsill, and potentially a radiator. Despite initially showing no visible injuries, a chest X-ray and CT scan disclosed fractured ribs and a risk of pneumonia. Consequently, he received end-of-life care and passed away at the age of 86 on October 21, survived by his wife, two daughters, and grandchildren. The inquest highlighted that Sir Bobby’s struggle with dementia had made him unsteady on his feet, especially when transitioning from a seated position, and he had an extensive medical history, including previous health issues and a recent battle with Covid-19. The care home had taken precautions to minimize the risk of falls due to his restlessness, including placing his bed close to the ground with crash mats and motion sensors. Coroner Devonish concluded that his death was accidental, with the cause listed as “Traumatic haemopneumothorax; A fall; Alzheimer’s/dementia.”
