Paul Yeomans, 37, died after entering the river on Riverside Road in the city during the early hours of August 29 last year.

A bicycle and a bag of clothing believed to belong to him were both discovered on the river bank.

Emergency services, including police, fire and ambulance crews, were all called to the scene.

His body was pulled from the river and, despite attempts to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Mr Yeomans died after being seen entering the River Wensum (Image: Google Maps)

The cause of death was listed as drowning, with other contributing factors including ingestion of alcohol.

An inquest into Mr Yeomans' death took place at Norfolk Coroner's Court on Friday (March 13).

It was mentioned that a witness heard loud music and splashing noises in the area, although they were unable to see anyone in the river.

The court heard there were then noises consistent with someone struggling to swim and 999 was called.

Mr Yeomans was described by friends as "a good person" and someone who wanted to do "so much more than his demons allowed".

The inquest heard he had a history of heavy drinking and drug use, including heroin, but had managed to achieve abstinence for the latter.

A toxicology report found the ethanol level in his blood to be 144mg, which was believed to have had a significant effect on his cognitive functions.

His inquest took place at Norfolk Coroner's Court on Friday (March 13) (Image: Denise Bradley)

Mr Yeomans, who last lived on Stone Road, Norwich, had also worked with Change Grow Live for support on addiction issues.

However, there was also no evidence that he had any mental health admissions, nor any thoughts of self-harm.

Assistant coroner Robin Weyell recorded an "open" conclusion after saying there was insufficient evidence on why he entered the water, nor any evidence of suicide ideation.

Mr Weyell concluded the inquest by expressing his sincere condolences.

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