An inquest has been opened following the death of a mental health support worker in her home.

Alice Yong died earlier this month in her home in Gorleston at the age of 36.

During a short hearing at Norfolk Coroner's Court in County Hall, Norwich, area coroner Yvonne Blake confirmed Miss Yong had been found in her home in the coastal town.

The court heard Miss Yong was born in Great Yarmouth and was employed as a mental health support worker.

She died at her home address on Monday, February 19.

The preliminary medical cause of her death was given as hanging.

Mrs Blake adjourned the hearing for a full inquest which is scheduled to be held on Monday, September 2 at 2pm.

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