Peter Whittingham died from fall after 'play fight', inquest is told Former Cardiff City midfielder Peter Whittingham has died aged 35. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Police officer DC Steve Jenkins described seeing light-hearted play fighting which evidently involves no malice whatsoever and they are all smiling throughout after reviewing CCTV footage of the incident at the Park Hotel. They are at the forefront of our thoughts and, on their behalf, we ask for their privacy to be respected at this unfathomably cruel and difficult time. Peter Whittingham, 35, died when he fell down pub stairs A coroner said that "during a period of horseplay" with a friend and his brother-in-law Mr Whittingham "appears to have lost his balance and gone through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and his head has come into contact with the steps. The model, 37, told how she and the former footballer, 41 . Peter Whittingham dead at 35: Cardiff legend leaves behind pregnant An inquest heard former Cardiff City footballer Peter Whittingham died in a tragic accident after falling on some stairs leading to a beer garden. Our mission is to offer our intelligent, international audience access to the games biggest names, insightful analysis and a bit of a giggle. He died. He said: On March 7, 2020, he attended a pub in Barry with friends and relatives. The Cardiff City legend, 35, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel in South Wales on March 7, 2020. In a statement read to the inquest he said the group with Mr Whittingham were all jolly and in good spirits and drinking steadily but nobody appeared overly drunk. Mrs Whittingham was told her husband had had an accident and had a fall and was in hospital. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The dad-of-two fell down a flight of stairs at a pub in Barry on March 7 - the day of England's Six Nations clash with Wales - and was left with devastating head injuries. She was told he had sustained a bleed to the brain and needed an operation. "Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family. Peter Whittingham inquest hears Cardiff City legend died after tragic A subscription makes a thoughtful gift for both family and friends. I dont even remember much of the following day.". Former Cardiff midfielder Peter Whittingham dies at age of 35, Peter Whittingham is regarded as a Cardiff city legend after starring for the Welsh club, Whittingham in action for Cardiff during the 2012 Carling Cup, The midfielder started his career at Aston Villa, Whittingham, pictured in action against Man City, is a two-time Cardiff player of the year. She said on the morning on the day of the incident that led to his death the had been out for a walk before her husband went out with her brother Robert Williams in Barry. Ryan Taylor, who was out drinking with Mr Williams and Mr Whittingham at the time, said Whittingham fell in the corridor leading to the beer garden. It was an act of madness but it somehow worked out. "I was the first person there and offered him my hand thinking he would just take it and he would get up on his feet. Didnt know him personally but have the biggest respect for his footballing ability and that wand of a left foot which scored so many free kicks which I absolutely loved watching. Abbey Clancy and her husband Peter Crouched discussed renewing their wedding vows as they appeared on The Jonathan Ross Show on Friday.. Midfielder Peter Whittingham, 35, who played for the club from 2007 to 2017, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel, Barry, on 7 March 2020. South Wales Police said on Wednesday said there is no evidence or suggestion of a criminal act and that it appeared the injury was caused by an accidental fall. I just know he had hit his head on the small step on the stairs.. Whittingham's brother-in-law Robert Williams said the pair and friend Ryan Taylor had been drinking lager, bitter, and tequila during the afternoon and evening. Peter Whittingham Died In Freak Accident Falling Down The Stairs In Pub He said: "On March 7, 2020, he attended a pub in Barry with friends and relatives. Often families do not wish to speak to the press and of course that decision has to be respected. CARDIFF legend Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35 following an accidental fall in a pub. It was while at the club he met his wife, Amanda, with whom he lived in Dinas Powys, Vale of Glamorgan, with their son who was born in 2018. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). My deepest sympathy to your family x Heart broken x., You my friend will received by the heavens with open arms. Whittingham, a former England U21s international, sustained a head injury in a fall at a pub on March 7, 2020, where he had watched an England vs Wales rugby match with friends. A third added: "RIP Whitts we will never ever forget everything you have done for us and I am truly heartbroken that you have left us. "At this stage there is no evidence or suggestion of a criminal act, and it appears the injury was caused by an accidental fall. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Midfielder Peter Whittingham, 35, suffered a traumatic head injury at the pub nearly a year ago. South Wales Police released a statement on Wednesday revealing what happened after social media users had speculated about his condition. Whittingham suffered serious head injuries at a pub in Barry from what South Wales Police described as an. Meanwhile, Cardiff released a statement, reading: It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. Peter Whittingham's pub stairs fall death 'accidental' - BBC News Former Aston Villa star Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard.. The exact cause of Whittingham's death has not yet been confirmed, but he was being treated for a head injury. Peter Whittingham's pub stairs fall death 'accidental' - BBC News "The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. He was rushed to hospital but failed to regain consciousness, sadly passing away 11 days later. A representative for brewer SA Brain, Richard Otley, is also present on the call. ", Another commented: "Sending love and best wishes to Peter's family and to all of you that enjoyed watching him play.". Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, But it was with the Welsh side that his talents really shone, becoming one of their most consistent performers between 2007 and 2017. The former playmaker made 413 appearances for Cardiff, scoring 85 goals during a career spanning ten years in the Welsh capital. Some time after 9.30pm he was in an area near the toilets and adjacent to a fire door leading to a corridor and steps and outside smoking area. Nicholas Davison, a friend of Whittingham and his brother-in-law Robert Williams, said the group were in a round of drinks and drank "between six and 10 pints" and had a "round of shots" at The Park pub. Peter Whittingham death: Tributes paid to Cardiff City appreciated. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. He said: "I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. First and foremost, Peter was a family man and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality. She was told he had sustained a bleed to the brain and needed an operation. Whittinghams wife Amanda is currently pregnant. He was with Mr Whittingham at the Park Pub in Barry. The ex-Villa midfielder, who died last year aged 35 . ALSO SEE - Coronavirus in football: List of confirmed cases. "Enquiries are continuing into the circumstances of the incident.". The inquest into his death held at Pontypridd heard that Whittingham underwent an emergency operation to relieve pressure on his brain and was later sent to an intensive care unit. He made more than 450 appearances for Cardiff before finishing his career at Blackburn in 2018. "I can also confirm I cannot remember seeing Pete fall, and only remember seeing him laying on the ground.". A tribute to Peter Whittingham at Cardiff City Stadium last June. It read: "At around 10pm on March 7, South Wales Police were called to a licensed premises in Barry. He spent a decade with the Bluebirds, becoming a fan favourite during his 459 appearances. He said: "During a period of horseplay with a friend and a relative he appeared to have lost his balance, travelled through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and as he did so his head has come into contact with the steps. Peter Whittingham is said to have suffered an accidental fall at a pub. We love you Pete and your memory will eternally stay with us.". "This has led to a traumatic head injury.". One wrote on Twitter: "Incredibly sad news. 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When I looked more closely at Peter, I could see he wasn't moving and something was wrong.". 2023 Cable News Network. Mr Whittingham then leaves the shot and a second or two later people rush to his aid. A statement by Nicholas Davison, a friend of Peter Whittingham and his brother-in-law Robert Williams, said that the trio were in a round together. Born in 1984 in Nuneaton, England, Whittingham came through the youth academy at Aston Villa also spending loan spells at both Burnley and Derby County. The Police said in a further statement on Thursday that a file of evidence is being prepared for the coroner. I will forever be grateful for you taking me under your wing, he said on Instagram. Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. "I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. There was a problem. RIP". Visit CNN.com/sport for more news, features, and videos. Then, as a professional footballer - as a Bluebird - he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. Coroner Graeme Hughes said Whittingham had consumed a quantity of alcohol that has likely impacted on his demeanour and steadiness before he fell. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Whittingham was taken to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff. Manchester United chief Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - his former boss at Cardiff - paid tribute to Whittingham, calling him a "fantastic footballer and incredible human being". He was living in Dinas Powys, Vale of Glamorgan, with Amanda and his young son when he died. She said: "Rob was going out to watch the Wales v England game at the Park Hotel pub in Barry and trying to persuade Peter to go with him. Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family. 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The talented playmaker was named in the Championship Team of the Year on three occasions - also twice winning Cardiffs Player of the Season accolade. In a statement shortly after the incident Mr Williams said: I have no idea what happened to Peter. Whittingham fell down the stairs at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020. Former Cardiff City, Aston Villa and Blackburn midfielder Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35 after suffering a head injury from a fall in a pub earlier this month. I just know he had hit his head on the small step on the stairs. At around 9pm a female customer alerted him to the incident, saying: Someone's been knocked out." "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. It takes just seconds to sign up - simply click here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. Whittingham, an ex-England Under-21 international who started his career with Aston Villa, sustained a head injury in a fall at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020, where he had watched an England vs Wales rugby match with friends. There's an 'unsubscribe' button at the bottom of every newsletter we send out. Peter Whittingham in action for Derby County Coroner Graeme Hughes recorded an accidental death conclusion. He was out with his brother-in-law and a friend when the incident happened just after 21:30 GMT. Mr Hughes recorded the date of death as March 18 at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff and the cause of death as subdural hematoma (operated). "Then, as a professional footballer - as a Bluebird - he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. But a police statement claimed that it appeared to have been an accident, with no confirmation over any arrests. Mrs Whittingham said she texted her husband at 9pm but didnt hear back and after she called later there was no answer and she fell asleep. In her statement, made on July 1 last year, she said the couple met on a night out in Cardiff around 12 years ago. Nobody did it better. "I was the first person there and offered him my hand thinking he would just take it and he would get up on his feet. Im proud to have played alongside you and will always remember the young vs old games and you just running the show. Nobody did it better. Discovery Company. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Former Premier League midfielder Peter Whittingham, considered an all-time Cardiff City great, died after falling through a fire door while engaging in 'horseplay'. Whittingham burst onto the scene with Villa before making his name at Cardiff where he helped them win promotion to the Premier League in 2013. Blackburn said: Rovers are deeply saddened to learn the news that former midfielder Peter Whittingham has passed away, aged 35. The former Cardiff midfielder has died at the age of 35 following a fall 12 days ago. Mrs Whittingham gave birth to their second son two months after his death. ", One Sheffield Wednesday fan wrote: "RIP Peter Whittingham, really good player and was always on my signing wish list.". In his statement Mr Taylor said he must have been referring to the play fight. Read about our approach to external linking. He led the Bluebirds to the Premier League for the first time in 2013 and also helped them to the FA Cup final in 2008 and League Cup final in 2012. Whittingham suffered a subdural haematoma, where blood collects between the skull and the surface of the brain, as well as bleeding and swelling inside his brain, and was given palliative care before he died. His brother-in-law Robert Williams said the pair and friend Ryan Taylor had been drinking larger, bitter and tequila during the afternoon and evening. I really cannot remember anything much of what happened.. He left the club in 2017 for Blackburn Rovers, where he made 20 appearances. "I just know he had hit his head on the small step on the stairs. The Bluebirds icon was rushed to hospital after an incident on Saturday March 7. 11:49 AM EDT, Fri March 20, 2020, Former Premier League footballer dead at 35. The coroners court in Pontypridd, south Wales, heard the former England Under-21 international had gone drinking with his wifes brother and a friend to watch last years England v Wales Six Nations match. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. What was his cause of death? On Thursday, after hearing of the news, England's official Twitter wrote: "Were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Peter Whittingham, who made 17 appearances for our Under-21s between 2004 and 2007. The hearing was told how Whittingham had been on an all-day drinking session while watching Wales vs. England in the Six Nations. Coronavirus Stay At Home challenge: What is it and how do you play? He later died at 1.51pm on March 18, the inquest hears. Whittinghams former club, Cardiff City, expressed heartbreak in a statement on its website. BA1 1UA. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Peter Whittingham Wiki, Age, Wife, Family, Cause Of Death, Net Worth The Cardiff City legend, 35,. Mr Taylor said he remembered people wanting to take pictures with Mr Whittingham in the corridor but also had no memory of play fighting or the fall. Aston Villa and Blackburn both paid tribute to their former player. The news of Peters sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. Rest in peace, Peter. Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) March 19, 2020, The thoughts of everyone at Rovers are with Peters wife Amanda, their young son and family at this incredibly difficult time.. "Enquiries are continuing into the circumstances of the incident.". The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. . Former Blackburn Rovers midfielder Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. The ex-Aston Villa player had been in hospital for more than a week after suffering a head injury in a fall in a pub in. Peter Whittingham died on 17 March 2020 at the age of 35, according to Transfermarkt. 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Former Premier League footballer Peter Whittingham has died at age 35 nearly two weeks after sustaining a head injury in an accidental fall at a pub, according to South Wales police. "We are heartbroken. Heres how it works. Peter Whittingham underwent an emergency operation after the incident to relieve pressure on his brain and was later sent to the intensive care unit. By March 17 he had been off sedative drugs for a number of days but neurological recovery remained poor. He made 16 appearances for Englands Under-21 team in that time, scoring three goals, while featuring in Villas Premier League side. RIP. What was Peter Whittingham's cause of death and how old was he? How did Peter Whittingham die? Sign up to the CardiffOnline newsletter to receive our top stories straight to your inbox. The left-footed maestro finished his career at Blackburn Rovers and played for England under-21s, earning 17 caps. Whittingham is survived by wife Amanda, who is currently expecting their third child. Whittingham played in two major cup finals for Cardiff - the FA Cup final in 2008 and Carling Cup final in 2012 - and won a Championship winners' medal in 2013 as Cardiff were promoted to the Premier League. Bath The inquest heard Mr Whittingham underwent an emergency operation after the incident to relieve pressure on his brain and was later sent to the intensive care unit. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Former Cardiff and Aston Villa star Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35, Peter Whittingham went on to become one of Cardiff's best ever, , really good player and was always on my signing wish list. When I looked more closely at Peter, I could see he wasn't moving and something was wrong," he told the court. Whittinghams former Cardiff captain Mark Hudson, now a first-team coach at Huddersfield, tweeted: You my friend will received by the heavens with open arms. He had been off sedative drugs for a number of days by March 17 but neurological recovery remained poor and he later died at 1.51pm on March 18. Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family. You will be missed but never forgotten. Mr Hughes recorded the date of death as March 18 at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff and the cause of death as subdural hematoma (operated). ! Young guy's life taken so quickly after a freak accident. The Warwickshire-born star, who represented England U21s 17 times, started his career at Aston Villa in 2003 before moving on to Burnley and Derby. Bodycam footage of the aftermath of the incident captured Mr Taylor saying friendly banter when asked by an officer how he had fallen.
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