A MAN, 25, was tragically found dead inside a Vietnam hotel room, as cops launch a probe into his “unnatural” death.
Harleigh Jones, from Pontypridd, Wales, was discovered at his accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
The 25-year-old was sadly pronounced dead at the scene, on June 12 last year.
His heartbroken mum penned an emotional tribute on social media which read: “Heartbroken. My forever young beautiful blue eyed boy.
“Words could never describe the pain I feel right now that I will never hold you in my arms again.
“That cheeky smile. That infectious laugh that we will all remember you for.
“You will always be Mammy’s boy. Love you forever and ever my handsome baby Harlz.”
An inquest at Pontypridd Coroners Court was opened after the young man’s death was ruled unnatural.
Mr Jones had several prescription drugs in his system when he died, including Gabapentin, Pregabalin, Olanzapine and Benzodiazepines, the inquest heard.
A post-mortem examination, carried out by Dr Jason Shannon, concluded a provisional cause of death was linked to the combination of substances, as reported by WalesOnline.
Coroner Graeme Hughes told the inquest: “I have sufficient reason to suspect that his death is unnatural.”
Mr Jones had been living in Ho Chi Minh City while working in the property industry.
The 25-year-old was repatriated to Wales after the tragedy and a funeral was held in Williamstown.
Funds have been raised in Mr Jones’ memory and donated to the Welsh charity 2Wish, which supports families who have lost a child.
The inquest will continue alongside a police investigation into Mr Jones’ death.
