Royal Navy sailor found dead at Cornwall training base

A Royal Navy sailor has been found dead at a training base in Cornwall, it has been confirmed.

Leading Hand Benjamin Thomas was discovered at the HMS Raleigh shore base, Torpoint, on 30 January.

An inquest into the death of the 24-year-old from Mold, Flintshire, was opened and adjourned by the Cornwall coroner on 10 February.

A Royal Navy spokesperson said his next of kin had been informed, but would not confirm his cause of death.

A Navy statement said: "The thoughts and sympathies of the Royal Navy go out to the family and friends.

"It would be inappropriate to comment and any further queries should be directed to the coroner."