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Police dropped a murder investigation after a coroner ruled that the bloody stabbing death of 57-year-old Robert Brown in England was a freak accident, concluding he passed out drunk on a knife in his bag.
A coroner's inquiry found that a train technician who died in a motorcycle accident had taken illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and etomidate, which may have impaired his ability to control the vehicle.
A Wexford Coroner’s Court has returned an unlawful killing verdict in the death of 27-year-old Steven Ring.
A coroner's report revealed that a father who died with his son in a wrong-way motorway crash in Wellington had dementia and was banned from driving.
Australian food influencer Stacey Hatfield reportedly refused an ambulance multiple times during a home birth, leading to her death from bleeding, according to a coroner's inquest.
A Mayo coroner issued a warning about the dangers of U-turns during an inquest into the death of Michael Donnellan, a Galway man fatally struck by a lorry on the N5 near Swinford while returning from social dancing.
A university professor has been cleared of wrongdoing in the death of a car thief whom he had restrained in a headlock, with a coroner stating there could be 'no criticism' of his actions.
A coroner in Kerry, Ireland, has called for the installation of warning signs along the Flesk River following an inquest into the tragic drowning of a man who attempted to retrieve a flip-flop.
A coroner has ruled that the death of 21-year-old university student Erica Hume in a Palmerston North mental health ward could have been avoided if staff had followed established policies and procedures.
A Coroner's Court in Lagos, Nigeria, has adjourned further proceedings in the inquest into the death of 21-month-old Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of author Chimamanda Adichie.
A coroner has issued a warning about the risks of changing agricultural tyres after Canterbury farmer David Fairclough was crushed to death in January while fitting a 316kg tyre by himself.
An Irish couple felt 'vindicated' after a coroner ruled medical misadventure in the case of their stillborn baby girl, Amelia Rose, following a difficult birth in December 2023.
During a directions hearing for the Dezi Freeman inquest, it was revealed that police are investigating an alleged sexual assault of a child in connection with the Porepunkah shooting that killed two Victoria police officers.
In a Coroner’s Court, an expert testified that stressful interrogations by senior students and isolation directly contributed to Zara Qairina’s alleged suicide.
A coroner has issued a warning about the misuse of prescription drugs following the death of 20-year-old Wynter Horrell in Dunedin in 2021.
A coroner has issued a warning to cease the sale of sleeping pods after the death of a baby, highlighting safety concerns.
An analyst testified in the Coroner's Court in Kota Kinabalu, confirming that a video recording showing Zara Qairina cycling was authentic and had not been altered.
A coroner has concluded that a woman who drowned after becoming trapped in sea defence rocks in Suffolk might have survived if the ambulance service had alerted the fire service more promptly.
A 29-year-old man in Hong Kong died of misadventure two years ago due to a rare complication following a gastroscopy, a death inquest has found. The Coroner's Court ruled that cerebral oedema was the cause of death.
New Zealand-born composer Mark Smythe died at age 53 after suffering a medical emergency on the Mount Wilson hiking trail near Los Angeles. The L.A. Coroner's office reported cardiovascular disease as the cause of death.
An investigation is underway after the body of a man in his 30s was discovered in a home in Co Mayo, Ireland. The Coroner and Office of the State Pathologist have been notified.
A coroner has suspended the inquest into the death of Nigerian author Chimamanda Adichie's son, amid allegations of interference by the Lagos Attorney General. The court halted proceedings as the Attorney General denied any involvement.
A coroner has determined that the death of 11-week-old Azariah Levi was preventable, attributing it to the parents' decision to forgo antenatal and postnatal care due to mistrust of the health system.
A coroner is delivering the findings regarding the fatal shootings of five individuals by the British Army in Belfast. The inquest aims to provide clarity on these historical incidents.
Former Angels baseball player Garret Anderson was battling multiple medical conditions before his death, with the coroner confirming acute necrotizing pancreatitis as the cause.
Families of domestic abuse victims who died by suicide have criticized coroner's courts in England, citing a 'postcode lottery' in how evidence is considered and an unwillingness to link abuse to suicide.
A man has died while in custody at Mt Eden prison in New Zealand, prompting alerts to both the police and the coroner.
Despite a coroner's finding that a specific braking system is inherently unsafe, there is currently no requirement for changes, leading to calls for the enforcement of the coroner's recommendations.
A coroner in New Zealand has ruled that methamphetamine was responsible for the death of a free diver in Gisborne, labeling it a 'preventable tragedy'.
Families who lost loved ones in the Stardust fire are planning a protest outside the coroner's court in Dublin to express dissatisfaction with the "slow pace" of the garda review into the disaster.
A coroner has ruled that a night nanny likely gave an antihistamine to an eight-week-old newborn to sedate him, leading to the baby being found unresponsive in his cot the following morning and subsequently dying.
Coroner Erin Woolley is conducting an inquest in Hastings, New Zealand, into the deaths of 19 individuals who perished during Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023. The inquest is hearing details about specific victims, including Ivy Collins and Susane Caccioppoli.
A coroner ruled that Irene Katsougiannis of Wellington died from a blow with a heavy ornament, killed by her son who later died in Hong Kong after a spending spree.
A coroner's inquest was told that Heather Winterstein, who died of sepsis in an Ontario hospital, should not have been placed in the emergency room waiting area. An emergency medicine expert testified she required frequent assessment.
Acclaimed author Patrick Radden Keefe delves into the unexplained death of 19-year-old Zac Brettler in London, where a coroner recorded an open verdict.
A coroner has opened an inquiry into the death of a 78-year-old pedestrian, with the driver involved claiming her vehicle did not make contact with the woman.
A coroner will investigate after two men, aged 26 and 25, died in custody within a week in Australia's Northern Territory; one in a Darwin cell and another in a police car.
Nicholas Brendon, known for 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' was found dead in his New York home on March 20, with a close friend nearby in his final moments. Authorities are investigating, and the Putnam County coroner has provided new details on the actor's death, initially assessed as from natural causes.
A Singapore coroner has ruled the death of 52-year-old Indian singer Zubeen Garg as an accidental drowning, upholding the Police Coast Guard's initial findings and addressing concerns raised by Garg's widow.
The incoming president of the Coroners Society of Ireland has described the service for conducting post-mortem examinations as 'crumbling' due to a lack of available coroners, particularly at University Hospital Waterford, leading to significant funeral delays.
A coroner said Friday she "cannot be satisfied" that former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton intended to take his own life, with the inquest into his death hearing how he had made significant…
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A coroner stated that a 'sudden eruption of anger without a known cause or warning' preceded the death of Robin Beets at a dementia unit, but his family does not wish for the other patient involved to be charged.
A 19-year-old Canadian hiker tragically drowned in Australia while fleeing dingoes on a World Heritage-listed island, with coroners confirming the cause of death.
Nine-year-old Jack Moate died in 2015, weeks after an operation carried out by a now-suspended surgeon.
But the government ministry in charge of such a ban says change is unlikely.
Lagos State Judiciary has scheduled April 14, 2026, for the commencement of a coroner’s inquest into the death of Nkanu, the 21-month-old son of celebrated Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
Coroner records verdict of accidental death at inquest of Stephen O’Callaghan, who died after incident in 2024
Inquest into 2020 death of boy (14) enters fifth week at Belfast Coroner’s Court
A coroner has found that an Australian teenager's death in 2022 was the result of a rare condition called mammalian meat allergy.
A coroner’s inquest begins into the death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s son, Nkanu Esege, amid allegations of medical negligence against two hospitals. Read More: https://punchng.com/coroners-inquest-into-chimamanda-sons-death-begins-april-14/
The family of actor and comedian Martin Short has confirmed the death of his 42-year-old daughter, with the coroner's office listing suicide as the cause.
Kerri-Anne Donaldson, a dancer from Britain's Got Talent, died by suicide following her arrest and questioning regarding a child sexual offense.
A psychiatrist testified in the Coroner's Court that the late Zara Qairina Mahathir was emotionally overwhelmed following a confrontation at school.
During the inquest into Zara Qairina's death, a Coroner's Court in Kota Kinabalu heard expert testimony stating that copying another person's handwriting across multiple pages would be difficult.
The Coroner's Court in Kota Kinabalu has set October 23 as the final date for the inquest hearing concerning Sabah schoolgirl Zara Qairina. This marks a significant step in the ongoing investigation.
A coroner was visibly emotional while presiding over the case of siblings who died in e-scooter accidents, highlighting the tragic impact of such incidents.
A coroner found that performance poet and playwright Ian Loughran died after clinicians failed to provide follow-up care, leaving him to 'manage on his own' after he left a mental health ward.
A scandal has emerged in Thessaloniki involving a 'fake' funeral home that illegally took bodies, with police apprehending employees from the funeral home, coroners, and other forensic service staff.
A coroner's court found a nanny 'not forthcoming' in her account of a 3-year-old boy's drowning in a condominium pool while unsupervised, with CCTV footage contradicting her claims of full attention.
Former President Donald Trump was booed by spectators at Madison Square Garden during Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York. His attendance also caused significant lines for other attendees.
A Tasmanian coroner found that a former medical practitioner's 'grossly irresponsible prescribing' played a direct role in two deaths, as he provided 'effectively an unlimited supply for a drug binge' to one addict.
A court has ordered a judicial review of the coroner's inquest into the death of Nkanu Adichie-Esege, the late son of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. This decision will re-examine the findings of the initial investigation.
An inquest has opened into the deaths of three sisters, Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters, and Rebecca Walters, who tragically died in the sea off Brighton beach, with the coroner expressing hope that the proceedings will stop speculation surrounding their deaths.
A new report suggests that the legal burden of proof required for a coroner to return a verdict of suicide should be changed from the current standard of 'beyond a reasonable doubt'.
A consultant forensic psychiatrist testified in the Coroner’s Court that no other trigger was linked to Zara Qairina’s death besides a dorm interrogation.
During a Coroner’s Court inquest, an uncle testified about the close relationship between the late Zara Qairina Mahathir, an only child, and her mother.
A coroner's report concluded that improved mental health support might have prevented the death of Tangaru-Noere Turia, who was killed by police while exhibiting signs of psychosis and wielding a shotgun.
A paediatrician is advocating for a ban on sleeping pods after a coroner found a five-month-old boy's death was partly due to one, as his father discovered him covered in blankets and unresponsive.
A coroner's inquiry has revealed that a Nazi 'fanatic' was planning a mass casualty event just days after the mosque attacks.
A coroner has concluded that no foul play was suspected in the deaths of a father and daughter found in a Sengkang flat in 2025.
A British digital regulator has fined an online forum €1 million for sharing illegal content that encourages and assists suicide, after the site was cited in several coroner's reports.
A coroner is examining the circumstances surrounding the 2021 death of Kyle Hudson, a Werribee man who opened a betting account on his 18th birthday and gambled $895,733 through online platforms before his death at 22.
A second pre-inquest review has commenced into the death of Liam Payne, following delays related to eyewitness statements.
A new mental health service for young people is set to launch in Northland, New Zealand. This initiative comes as a direct response to a critical coroner's report concerning a cluster of youth suicides in the region.
A coroner in Australia has concluded that the 000 emergency system failed a man named Nick, and his death could have been prevented, highlighting critical flaws in the service.
A coroner has stated that paramedics' insistence on a birth certificate for a drowning toddler was "unnecessary," though it was deemed unlikely to have altered the tragic outcome. The father had pleaded for his son to be taken to the hospital first.
Daryl Paul told Belfast Coroner’s Court that he had "never set eyes" on Noah Donohoe, denying his hand was in a photograph found on the schoolboy's phone.
Families affected by the Lamma ferry disaster are seeking a review of the coroner's findings from the inquest. This move indicates ongoing concerns and a desire for further investigation into the incident.
A coroner has concluded that an NHS trust failed to adequately warn a mother about the risks associated with an unsafe home birth, which tragically resulted in the death of her baby. The ruling highlights concerns over patient information and safety protocols.
A coroner's court ruled that a 20-year-old polytechnic student and bodybuilder died from toxicity caused by a banned weight-loss substance, after he sought medical treatment for breathing difficulties and heart palpitations.
A coroner has issued an order preventing the naming of a mother and her children who were killed at a Hastings property, where a homicide investigation has been launched.
Lynda Shahwan, 53, was on holiday in Canada last July when her car was involved in a collision and overturned
An Ontario coroner's inquest into the 2021 death of Indigenous woman Heather Winterstein from sepsis was told that she faced a high risk of encountering multiple health-care biases due to personal obstacles.
A coroner has ruled that the death of Christoph Heinrich Huelsmann in 2023, who was killed by a falling boulder on Taranaki Maunga, New Zealand, was accidental.
A patient testified at a coroner's inquest that Heather Winterstein appeared to be struggling and discoloured before her death at a St. Catharines, Ontario hospital.
A UK coroner has attributed blame to the driver of President Ruto's motorcade for an accident in March 2025 that resulted in the death of a British national, stating the incident could have been avoided.
A consultant forensic psychiatrist told the Coroner’s Court that a dorm confrontation was a key trigger, though not the sole cause, in the Zara Qairina inquest.
A coroner's inquiry into the Sengkang deaths has revealed that the daughter weighed only 24kg and likely died due to starvation.
A coroner has identified the victims of a fatal train-van collision that occurred in South Mississippi.
The Singapore State Coroner's ruling that Zubeen Garg died from drowning has triggered a political controversy in Assam, India.
A coroner has ruled that John Beckenridge, described as angry and vengeful, killed himself and his 11-year-old stepson by driving their car off a cliff in the Catlins in 2015.
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A coroner is calling for urgent psychological support for long term inmates, after a prisoner of almost 30 years died by suicide upon release.
The failure meant there was a ‘missed opportunity to deliver basic life support’ to Adam Ankers
Yuin man Gregory Merriman did not have a chronic health screening before suffering a fatal heart attack in Silverwater prison in 2022 Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A NSW coroner who investigated the death in custody of a member of the Stolen Generations has criticised plans to delay health screenings for Indigenous inmates, saying it could result in problems being missed. Gregory Merriman, a 58-year-old Yuin man and direct descendant of revered Yuin leader Umba...
The inquest into the death of the schoolboy at Belfast Coroner’s Court, which is being heard with a jury, is now in its sixth week.
A coroner has called for regular inspections to be carried out on the accessibility of lifebuoys after an inquest heard friends of a teenager who got into difficulty while swimming in the Grand Canal…
British Columbia's chief coroner has announced a coroner's inquest into the mass shooting that occurred in Tumbler Ridge, B.C.
The Polish government is working on a bill to introduce the institution of a coroner and streamline death certification procedures, but the proposed changes are sparking debate over competencies and funding.
The Met Police completed their investigation into the gardener’s death in November last year
Coroner finds Jeremy Webb death in 2022 was caused by mammalian meat allergy – one of only two known cases worldwide Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast On a June night in 2022, 16-year-old Jeremy Webb was camping with friends on the New South Wales Central Coast, north of Sydney, when he vomited after eating beef sausages. Struggling to breathe, the teenager ran from the campground to knock on the window of a n...
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The inquest into the death of Noah Donohoe at Belfast Coroner’s Court, which is being heard with a jury, is now in its fifth week.
Body camera footage reveals the moment Texas police arrived after a British father allegedly shot his daughter dead following an argument about Donald Trump. A U.K. coroner concluded the 23-year-old was unlawfully killed.
Coroner Mr Justice Rooney has begun instructing the jury in the Noah Donohoe inquest, telling them to disregard external factors and base their findings solely on the evidence presented in court over several months.
A coroner has released findings into the death of Caleb Moefa'auo, with Corrections acknowledging that the use of pepper spray on him was inappropriate. His family is still awaiting an apology.
A coroner has highlighted the dangers of water hazards around homes and farms after a child died following a period of being "momentarily unsupervised" near a septic tank. Buckets, drains, and ponds are cited as leading causes of pre-schooler drownings.
A coroner has overturned an initial police finding of suicide in the 1988 death of Indigenous teenager Mark Haines, concluding that the original investigation was 'deeply flawed, superficial and inadequate from the outset' due to racism.
Tributes were paid to Dr. Fadel Bennani, a long-serving pathologist, ahead of his retirement after over 22 years of service to Mayo coroner’s court.
The coroner of Cowlitz County confirmed that chemical burns caused the deaths of 10 of 11 workers in a recent industrial accident at a Washington paper mill, marking the state's worst such incident in modern history.
An inmate has died at Rimutaka Prison, prompting investigations by both the Corrections Inspectorate and the coroner.
A Lagos High Court has adjourned the coroner inquest into the death of Chimamanda Adichie’s son until September 28, 2026, following a judicial review application.
A coroner has ruled that organizers of the event where former MP Efeso Collins died took adequate measures, despite concerns raised by his widow regarding his death from natural causes.
The family and First Nation chief are sharing their hopes for a coroner's inquest into the death of an MPP's nephew, with testimony focusing on the need for more mental health and addictions support in correctional settings.
Actor Martin Short experienced distress after losing contact with his daughter, Katherine Short, for over 24 hours before she was found dead, as revealed by a coroner's report.
A coroner in Kerry has issued a public warning about the dangers associated with codeine, following an inquest that linked a death to very high levels of the pain medication.
Hong Kong's medical watchdog and Coroner’s Court will investigate the death of an eight-year-old girl who died two years ago after a delayed blood transfusion during surgery at a public hospital. The girl's father, Eddie Chau, has spoken out about the incident.
A coroner has ruled that a student's death was due to misadventure, occurring after the individual injected diluted tramadol.
The official cause of death for Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa, who died in February, has been released according to documents from the Fulton County coroner.
During the Coroner's Court inquest in Kota Kinabalu, emotional audio recordings between a mother and daughter were presented as evidence in the case of Zara Qairina.
A coroner has concluded that two men who drowned while rock fishing in New Zealand two years ago would likely have survived if they had been wearing life jackets.
A 47-year-old woman, weighing only 24kg, was found dead in her Sengkang HDB flat alongside the skeletal remains of her 75-year-old father, on whom she reportedly relied for food.
A man who had hacked his partner to death reportedly died of pneumonia while serving his jail term. In a previous court hearing, the man had made loud objections and stated he was "fine" with a death penalty.
A UK border official and a former Hong Kong police officer have been convicted of assisting a Chinese spy agency in Britain. This marks the first time in British history that individuals have been found guilty of spying for China.
A coroner has concluded that a death involving a rope swing was a 'shocking accident'. The ruling clarifies the circumstances surrounding the incident.
A coroner has ruled that a man acted in self-defense following a fracas that resulted in a death, where 28-year-old Trevor Ruatoto was left unresponsive at a hospital entrance.
An inquest concluded that British soldiers "lost control" during the 1972 Springhill shootings in Belfast, which led to the deaths of five people. This finding comes 50 years after the fatal incident.
A hospital is awaiting a coroner's inquest following allegations of negligence made by a family regarding a surgery, as an investigation into the incident proceeds.
A medical expert reviewing the operation said that it was very unfortunate and unusual that every major step of the operation that could go awry did go awry.
A Belfast Coroner's Court heard evidence from engineering experts suggesting that Noah Donohoe most likely entered a water tunnel through the bars of a culvert entrance.
David Wilcock, a prominent UFO researcher, has been found dead in Colorado, with the coroner's office confirming his death. His passing has fueled conspiracy theories surrounding a series of deaths of individuals linked to sensitive research.
Families of victims from Hong Kong's Lamma ferry disaster 13 years ago have filed an application for a judicial review against a coroner’s findings, citing irrationality and a failure to weigh contradictory evidence.
During the Coroner's Court proceedings for the inquest into 13-year-old Zara Qairina's death, the lawyer representing her mother announced plans to recall a psychiatrist and introduce up to 11 expert witnesses.
An experienced fisherman, Stanley Chung-Chi Tsoi, drowned after being swept into rough seas and hitting his head on rocks at a high-risk fishing location, a coroner ruled.
A coroner has adjourned the inquest into Chimamanda son’s death after proceedings were stalled due to the failure of all parties to file witness statements.
During the inquest into Zara Qairina's death, a senior forensic pathology expert testified in Coroner's Court that there was no evidence to suggest she was pushed or suffered an accidental fall.
A triage nurse testified at a coroner's inquest that she had only seconds to assess Heather Winterstein before her sepsis death at a St. Catharines, Ontario, hospital, citing overwhelmingly busy emergency department staff.
Coroners in New Zealand report that more than a dozen individuals released from prison have died by suspected suicide since 2023. The Department of Corrections does not officially record these numbers, with parolees suggesting it is to avoid negative perception.
A coroner has announced that a New Zealand rugby player, who died by suspected suicide, was found to have Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease often linked to head trauma.
A Quebec coroner concluded that the death of a 97-year-old woman at CHSLD LaSalle was accidental but reported an employee for negligence for failing to report a fall and follow protocols.
Two coroners in Hungary have been charged with corruption for allegedly accepting bribes from funeral directors, with abuses potentially occurring in over 600 autopsies.
A coroner has ruled that Corrections failed to properly monitor Alexander Nicholls-Braddock, who had ADHD and addiction problems, in Christchurch Men's Prison before he died by suicide.
A coroner investigating the high-profile Beckenridge case has deemed the theory of staging death and fleeing as 'implausible,' providing an update on the notorious incident.
The Brown family's legal representative said her case raised profound issues of Indigenous health inequity.
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A coroner will conduct an inquest into the 2022 fatal stabbing of Laisa Waka Tunidau, a mother of four, by a patient at Hillmorton Hospital in Christchurch.
Police have determined that a fatal fire in Auckland was not suspicious, and the death of the person involved will be referred to the coroner for further investigation.
Coroner finds 19-year-old died as a result of drowning ‘in the setting of multiple injuries, due to, or as a consequence of a dingo attack’
A coroner has determined that Canadian backpacker Piper James died 'as a result of drowning' following a dingo attack at K'gari, with multiple injuries contributing to her death.
A coroner has called for regular inspections to be carried out on the accessibility of lifebuoys after an inquest heard friends of a teenager who got into difficulty while swimming in the Grand Canal…
Emma McManus died at Sandy Lane Hotel in Barbados following a party in December 2020
Rape allegations meant magistrate should have determined Brian Earl Johnston’s bail, Queensland coroner’s court told Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Kelly Wilkinson was flagged as a high-risk aggrieved person by both Queensland police and a domestic violence service but was murdered by her estranged husband days after he was improperly granted bail, an inquest has heard. Wilkinson had made rape allegations a...
The coroner confirmed that 16-year-old Jeremy Webb died from anaphylaxis caused by a meat allergy, triggered by a tick bite. This is the first such recorded case in Australia.
The Polish government is working on a project to introduce the institution of a coroner and streamline death certification rules, though the proposed changes are reportedly causing disputes over competencies and funding.
A Coroner's Court in Lagos, Nigeria, has scheduled April 14, 2026, for the commencement of an inquest into the death of 21-month-old Nkanu Esege, son of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
A coroner’s inquest has started for the death of Chimamanda Adichie’s son, Nkanu Esege. The family alleges medical negligence by two Lagos hospitals. Read More: https://punchng.com/coroner-begins-inq
An inquest is examining the death of Aboriginal woman Tammy Shipley, who died in custody from water intoxication after drinking 67 glasses of water. The coroner will investigate whether police informed prison staff about her acute mental health conditions.