Probe launched into 12-year-old girl's death

Despite efforts, Honey was pronounced dead by paramedics

Police have launched an investigation into the death of a 12-year-old girl from Pembrokeshire, an inquest has heard.

Honey Foxx French, from Hakin, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire died after emergency services were called to a house at 10:25 on 19 October.

The opening of the inquest at Haverfordwest was told that despite the best efforts of the paramedics, Honey was pronounced dead at 11:50.

Assistant coroner Gareth Lewis opened and adjourned the inquest to allow for further investigation.

Coroner's officer Carrie Sheridan told the inquest the emergency services received a call regarding the welfare of a child.

She told the inquest a post-mortem examination was carried out at West Wales General Hospital where the cause of death was unknown.

A provisional date for the next hearing has been set for 10 April next year.

Mr Lewis passed on his condolences to Honey's family.

At the time of her death, a joint statement from Pembrokeshire council and Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi said Honey was "much loved" and "cherished by all who knew her".

"She was a keen performer and writer who gave generously of her humour, time and talents to support our school family and wider community – and she will be very much missed," it said.

"Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this sad time."

A fundraising page set up to support her family has raised thousands of pounds.