AN INQUEST has been opened into the death a "dedicated young rugby player" whose body was found in Vietnam.
New Milton Rugby Club player Harry Corbett was found dead in a hostel he was staying at with friends last week. The inquest was opened on June 2 by Hampshire coroners.
Tributes have been paid to the 19-year-old and the funeral is expected to be held sometime next week.
Titus Mills, head teacher at Walhampton School, said: “Staff, parents and pupils are deeply saddened by the death of much-loved ex-pupil Harry Corbett.
"During his time here Harry’s impressive character was reflected in his extraordinary passion and talent for rugby, alongside his natural leadership skills as head boy."
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