During an inquest into Tommie-Lee’s death at Preston Coroners Court, it emerged that police were treating the boy’s death as unexplained, with whether he inhaled substances being one line of inquiry, reports the BBC.
The coroner confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances
In June, the BBC reported that two individuals had been questioned following the 11-year-old’s passing.
A 25-year-old man from Lancaster was questioned over allegations of child abuse, neglect, possession of drugs with intent to supply, and money laundering.
He was released on bail.
A 35-year-old woman from Lancaster was also questioned concerning allegations of possession with intent to supply.
A Lancashire police spokesperson says she has been released under investigation pending further inquiries.
The schoolboy’s family suspects that Tommie-Lee d!ed after taking part in a dangerous TikTok craze called chroming.
Chroming is the general term to describe inhaling volatile substances/solvents as recreational drugs, per The Royal Children’s Hospital.
A GoFundMe page for Tommie Lee’s funeral surpassed its £3,000 target, raising over £4,800.
The fundraiser’s description said any additional funds would be donated to the Co-Operative Funeral Directors for a headstone or memorial and to the school the 11-year-old attended.
