Davison 'was due to review his work situation the day after shootings.

Evidence from Davison's former employer has been heard today

Floral tributes left outside 17 Biddick Drive, Keyham in Plymouth, Devon, where five people were killed by gunman Jake Davison in a firearms incident on Thursday evening. Picture date: Monday August 16, 2021
Author: Andrew KayPublished 2nd Feb 2023

The inquest into the Plymouth shootings today heard the gunman was due to have a follow-up session with his employer the day after he killed five people.

Trainee crane operator Jake Davison had been referred to occupational health at Devonport after being found asleep in a safety training session.

He had been placed on 'light duties' as a precaution - but that didn't affect his training which was still theoretical at that point.

The day after the shootings he'd been due to review the situation with Babcock.

The jury today heard evidence from Davison's former line manager, occupational health nurse and doctor.

They confirmed Mr Davison's poor concentration and sleepiness could have resulted from a range of factors - which we was in the process of following up with his GP.

A meeting had been scheduled for the day after the shootings, when Davison was expected to have the results of a blood test.

He was described as a quiet at work, with 'some concerns and frustrations' about not having a driving licence and passport but no mental health conditions were disclosed by him to his employer.

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