Fundraising page in memory of Jacob Jenkins exceeds £20k target
A fundraising page set up in memory of toddler Jacob Jenkins has exceeded its £20,000 target.
The two-year-old died five days after choking on a grape in Hartlepool in October.
Inquest hears Jacob Jenkins death was accidental
The inquest into the death of a 2 year old who died after choking on a grape has recorded a verdict of accidental death. Jacob Jenkins died after the incident at a Pizza Hut restaurant in Hartlepool in October.
At the time of his death, members of the public gathered to release balloons at Seaton Carew to honour his life. His funeral saw hundreds line Hartlepool's streets.
A fundraising page to help pay for his funeral and support the family has raised over £20,000.
His mother Abigail Wilson urged parents at the time to make sure they cut up their children's food.
Read how to treat a child or adult that is choking.
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Thousands vote to name plane after Jacob Jenkins
Thousands of people have voted for a plane to be named after two-year-old Jacob Jenkins, who died after choking on a grape.
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What should you do if your child is choking?
After the tragic death of toddler Jacob Jenkins, take a look at NHS guidance on what to do if a child is choking.
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Hundreds brave rain for funeral of Jacob Jenkins
Hundreds of people lined the streets of Hartlepool today to pay their respects to Jacob Jenkins.