Inquest into death of Manx Grand Prix rider adjourned

The inquest into the death of Louis O’Regan was opened and adjourned.

O’Regan died in an accident on the opening day of this year’s Manx Grand Prix on the Isle of Man.

He suffered fatal injuries in an incident at Kate Cottage’s in the first qualifying session of the event on August 18.

The Coroner of Inquests opened proceedings into his death at 2.30pm on Friday August 30 at Douglas Courthouse, Manx Radio reports.

Investigations into his death are ongoing, the Coroner of Inquests confirmed. His body was released so that a funeral can take place.

O’Regan was a 43-year-old Irish rider, living in Didcot, England.

He was an experienced Manx Grand Prix competitor whose best time (114.7mph) came in 2019.

Race organisers marked his passing with a statement which included: “We extend our heartfelt condolences to Louis’s partner Sarah, his family, loved ones, and friends.”