AN inquest into the death of an eight-year-old boy who died during a swimming session will be held next month.

Kaimen Ward, of Northallerton, North Yorkshire, died on August 25 last year after getting into difficulties in the 25m pool at the town’s Hambleton Leisure Centre.

The three-day inquiry, which will be heard by a jury, will take place on June 8, 9 and 10, at County Hall, in Northallerton.

Kaimen’s mother, Caroline Ward, described her son as a “lovely little chap” who loved gadgets.

North Yorkshire Police, which carried out an investigation into the tragedy, announced in January that no criminal charges would be brought over Kaimen’s death.

The youngster had celebrated his birthday, along with his twin sister, Hope-Ella, in the days before he died.

Kaimen died on the same day as 17-year-old Sammy Willis, from Stockton, who drowned after getting caught in a rip current while paddling at Whitby.

Last week, an inquest into the teenager’s death recorded a verdict of misadventure.