- Christian Eiermann was found dead at his home in Devon in October 2021
- The veterinarian administered a lethal dose of two drugs used in animal euthanasia and pain relief.
- The German-born man had just returned from a holiday in Greece with his fiancée.
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A 52-year-old vet used animal medication to kill himself after an argument with his fiancée, an inquest heard.
An Exeter inquest revealed that Christian Eiermann was found dead in his bedroom at his home in Ebford, Devon, in October 2021.
His fiancée discovered him the day after returning home from a vacation in Greece.
The investigation concluded that Mr Eiermann, born in Germany, took a lethal dose of two drugs used in animal euthanasia and for pain relief.
An inquest at Exeter Coroner’s Court (pictured) heard Christian Eiermann, 52, took a lethal dose of two drugs used on animals.
He died from fatal toxicity from both drugs.
His fiancée said that an issue had arisen between them, causing tension during the holiday, and when they returned home, he asked her to stay somewhere else that night.
During the evening, controversial text messages were exchanged between the couple.
That night, he transferred a large sum of money to his bank account, before taking the animal’s medication.
Mr. Eiermann had become an international veterinary consultant working all over the world.
He had no known mental health issues.
Police said there were no suspicious circumstances, despite family concerns about the investigation.
Devon area coroner Alison Longhorn recorded a conclusion of suicide for the “very experienced vet”.