Passers-by couldn't save father-of-one, 38, when he was stabbed in the heart, inquest hears
Father-of-one Kamran Aman, 38, was found with a stab wound to the left side of his chest during a 'disturbance' just before midnight on Monday, July 30, in Barry, Wales.
People walking by tried to stop the bleeding and save Mr Aman before emergency services arrived but he was later pronounced dead.
Two boys, aged 16 and 17, have been charged with his murder following the attack outside a primary school.
Coroner's officer Sahil Iqbal said police and ambulance teams were called after Mr Aman was 'discovered with what appeared to be a single stab wound to the torso.'
He added: 'Members of the public, police and paramedics carried out life-saving medical steps but unfortunately Mr Aman was declared deceased.'
Mr Iqbal said a post-mortem examination gave a cause of death as a stab wound to the left chest.
Coroner Kerrie Burge said: 'There's reason to suspect his death was unnatural. Further evidence has to be gathered together with an ongoing criminal investigation.'
The inquest at Pontypridd Coroners Court was adjourned.
The two teenage defendants previously appeared before Cardiff Crown Court via video link from separate youth detention centres accused of the murder in the seaside town of Barry, South Wales.
They spoke only to confirm their names and addresses.
The two boys, who haven't been named, are from the nearby seaside town of Llantwit Major.
Both were held in custody with a provisional trial date set for November 17.
Detective Superintendent Mark O'Shea, from the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: 'Our thoughts are with Kamran's family and friends, as they have been since the tragic events.
'Two people have now been charged and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with Kamran's death.
'We would very much like to thank the community for the support and information that has already been provided.
'We are aware that the road closures and police cordons, which have now been lifted, had a significant impact on the local community.'
A tribute from Mr Aman's family said: 'It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we mourn the tragic loss of Kamran.
'A devoted husband, a loving father, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and loyal friend, Kamran was the heart of his family and loved within in his community.
'Known for his, generous spirit, and kind heart, Kamran brought warmth and strength to everyone he met. His absence leaves an immeasurable void in the lives of all who knew him.
'As we grieve this unimaginable loss, we also honour and celebrate the life he lived and the impact he made. May his memory be a blessing.'
Dozens of well-wishers paid tribute to 'top guy' Mr Aman who was said to be a 'happy and helpful' young man.
One wrote: 'So sorry to hear of this tragic death. Kam was always a pleasant happy and helpful young man. Deepest condolences to all the family. Rest in peace.'
Another man said: 'Unbelievable rip Kam. Top guy with a heart of gold... thinking of you and your family brother.'
Another wrote: 'He was very kind and lovely man. Rip.'
A fourth said: 'Kamran was a lovely guy.'
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