Caroline Flack Cause of Death
Caroline Flack died on 15 February 2020 at her London home. The coroner recorded a suicide by carbon monoxide poisoning. She had been charged with assaulting her partner, Lewis Burton, earlier that month.
Timeline of Events
In December 2019, Flack was charged with assault causing actual bodily harm. She was due to appear at court in February 2020. On the day before her scheduled hearing, she was found dead at her flat.
Public Response and Context
Her death prompted widespread discussion about media intrusion, mental health, and the treatment of public figures. Supporters and colleagues highlighted the intense scrutiny she faced during the case. For more background on the case and its coverage, see the BBC overview Caroline Flack death: what happened.
