Mike Thalassitis investigation – Depressed Love Island star suicides after drinking cocaine

An investigation into the death of Mike Thalbaditis, of Love Island, revealed that he was committing suicide after taking cocaine and alcohol.

A toxicology report also showed a Fluxotine antidepressant in his system.

Mike, 26, affectionately nicknamed "Muggy" during his run to the dating series in 2017, was found dead in a park near his childhood home in Edmonton, North London, on March 16th.

The investigation learned that a black notebook had been found near Mike's body.

The PC, Emma Clawson, told the North London Coroner's Court: "I flipped through the notebook: it was both a diary, letters and positive thoughts." On the back of the newspaper, several notes were addressed to his family. "

Chief Coroner Andrew Walker said that Mike, whose occupation was a celebrity, had left notes to his family, many of whom were present at the inquiry on Wednesday.

Mr. Walker said: "There were still a number of notes and messages in which Mr. Thalbaditis clearly indicated his intention to end his life."

The investigation revealed that the results of the toxicology showed that there was cocaine, ethanol and paracetamol in his system at the time of his death.

Esbad Live reports that a statement from the woman who found Mike was also read in court.

She said, "Around 9:25 pm, I was jogging around the Church Street Recreation Field, but I know it's Vladimir Park.

"A man was walking a dog, so I changed direction along the tree line.

"Through the trees, I saw a man, I looked again and thought that the man was floating.

"I looked up and saw the rope and the man was hanging.

"I did not know what to do and I called my friend who said I had to call the police. I hung up the call to my friend and called the police to report what I had found.

"I stayed on the phone to talk to the operator until I saw the two policemen enter the park. I briefly talked to PC Emma Clawson. She told me to go home and she would call me. I did not approach the man nor touch him.

"He was wearing a black jacket, a black hat, black shoes."

The police also confirmed that there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding Mike's death and that no third party was involved

Committing a verdict of suicide, Chief Coroner Andrew Walker expressed his condolences to Mike's family.

The former Chelmsford City footballer died just days after the death of his beloved grandmother. Mike had moved in with the 94-year-old grandmother to become his full-time caregiver.

Mike's death also came just two months after the death of his best friend, Danny Cutts, on Christmas Eve.

After finding glory on Love Island, Mike met TOWIE's former star, Megan McKenna.

They broke up after a seven-month roller coaster relationship and she recounted how they spent time together on Celebs Go Dating.

Megan revealed that she was "in love" with Mike and started crying while telling dating agents Anna Williamson and Paul Carrick Brunson that she did not want to talk about him.

Mike also participated in Celebs Go Dating in 2018, alongside such stars as Sam Thompson of Made In Chelsea and Gemma Collins of TOWIE.

Many of Mike's stars have appealed to Twitter to express their shock at his untimely death and pay tribute.

Chris Hughes said, "Every inch of my heart goes to family and friends, a good guy, taken away, far away soon"

Olivia Buckland wrote, "It's horrible, I'm in shock, Mike, you're going to be sorely missed, my heart is with your family, I'm totally in shock."

Love Island Island host Caroline Flack called Mike a "total gentleman". She said: & # 39; & # 39; Mike … you were a total gentleman … I will not forget that … it's so sad … we'll miss you. RIP & # 39;. & # 39;

According to his compatriot Montana, Brown, Mike was in a "dark place" in the months leading up to his death.

Her death helped spark a national discussion about the reality star's welfare and the subsequent care provided to those suddenly thrown into the spotlight.

With the return of Love Island this month, ITV officials announced new follow-up measures after Mike's suicide and the pbading of Steve Dymon, guest of Sophie Gradon and Jeremy Kyle.

As part of the changes, cast members will benefit from eight counseling sessions and 14 months of contact with the Love Island crew.

They will also take training sessions to help them manage their notoriety, including lessons on social media and managing their money.

After the closing credits of the launch of the 2019 series, a moving tribute was paid to Mike.

An image of Mike was shown next to the message "In memory of Mike Thalbaditis 1993 – 2019".

The ITV bosses reportedly turned around after initially deciding not to mention Mike's death as a result of a violent reaction against the series following his death.

An insider from Love Island revealed, "The producers wanted to pay tribute to Mike and show his friends, his family and his fans that he was part of the Love Island family and that everyone deeply regrets it.

"It's a really difficult subject, but they wanted to address it instead of hiding it or pretending it did not happen."

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