The body of a man was discovered when council workers began to clear overgrown bushes on a footpath.

Matthew Little was discovered in College Avenue, Tonbridge, when council workers cut back the undergrowth on May 14.

During an inquest opening held at Archbishops Palace in Maidstone, a coroner was told the 43-year-old was found hanged on his knees.

No other injuries were found on his body and the full inquest was adjourned until August 5.

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