FORMER CORRIE ACTOR FROM SALFORD DIED AFTER SUFFERING A SEIZURE IN COSTA RICA

An inquest into the death of former coronation street actor Joseph Wandera confirmed that he has died as a result of suffering a seizure whilst holidaying in Costa Rica on Jan 16th of this year.

Medics were called and attempted treat him at the scene but were unfortunately unable to revive the budding actor.

Joseph of Sussex Street in Salford appeared in the 'Weatherfield' soap in 2018, in which he played the part of a buyer looking to purchase Eileen Grimshaw's car, he had other roles in pilots for the BBC's Comedy Showcase and in reconstructions on the BBC's Inside Out.

Recently he has undertaken training to teach children and young adults at drama workshops.

Bolton Coroner Julie Robertson, heard from officer Kathy Dixon that Mr Wandera had begun to feel unwell whilst at a party on the island.

Ms Dixon said:

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“He had lost sight in one of his eyes as well as loosing sensation in the left side of his body.

“He contacted a friend who picked him up and took him back to their apartment. Joseph then fell asleep on the sofa.

“A few hours later, the friend found Joseph on the sofa having a seizure.

“Medics were called but they were unable to revive him and he sadly passed away,"