The death of a retired taxi driver remains unexplained despite a thorough investigation taking place into the circumstances.
Paul Dean was found dead at his home in Church Close, Pentney, near King's Lynn, last month.
A recent inquest was told the 83-year-old had lived at the property for around 25 years and remained fiercely independent despite declining health in later life.
In recent years he had been diagnosed with bladder cancer and underwent surgery. Although the operation was successful, it took a significant toll on his health.
Evidence at Norfolk Coroner’s Court revealed this week heard he had spent around £1,000 on a new mobility scooter just two weeks prior to his death.
The alarm was raised on May 21 after staff from Freebridge Community Housing became concerned. Neighbours told officers they had not seen Mr Dean for several days.
Ambulance crews attended and gained entry to the property before requesting police assistance after discovering Mr Dean's body inside.
An officer reported that the scene was consistent with Mr Dean having died several days before he was discovered.
A post-mortem was carried out but pathologists were unable to establish a cause of death.
Summing up the evidence, assistant coroner Robin Weyell said there was nothing to suggest suspicious circumstances.
Recording an open conclusion, he said: “He was discovered on May 21, 2026, but he had not been seen for three days."
The added that while the evidence established when Mr Dean was last known to be alive, the lack of medical findings meant it was impossible to determine precisely how he had died.
Mr Weyell offered his condolences to Mr Dean’s family and friends.
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