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Bernard Mongan: Soldier found dead at Catterick Garrison felt “manipulated by seniors” - inquest heard

2025-06-12 1,751 Dailymotion

The 33-year-old was found dead in his Catterick Garrison room in January 2020 — three weeks after he was last seen.

An inquest heard L/Cpl Mongan told a colleague he felt “manipulated by seniors” and was being overworked in what he described as a hostile environment.

He had a history of depression and suicidal thoughts, and had recently been treated by military and civilian doctors.

A GP who saw him said he had reported drinking heavily, feeling low, and having fleeting thoughts of suicide, but later showed some signs of improvement.

Records show he missed a follow-up appointment in late 2019, and no further medication was prescribed.

The inquest, at Northallerton Coroners Court, continues.