Family tragedy led to young farmer suicide

A 25-year-old farmer took his own life after struggling to come to terms with the loss of a family member, an inquest has heard.

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Family tragedy led to young farmer suicide

A 25-year-old farmer took his own life after struggling to come to terms with the loss of a family member, an inquest has heard. Samuel Davies, from Llangedwyn, Wales, was found unresponsive in his...

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