The inquest of on a Malton man found dead in Rudston, near Bridlington was being opened today.

Kevin Walker, 34, was found by Humberside Police on a grass verge just before midnight on Sunday.

The hearing was taking place at Hull Coroners Court.

Staff at the coroner's office refused to give the full address of Mr Walker.

Updated: 11:43 Wednesday, May 02, 2001