Ricky Hatton coroner in moving tribute at boxing star's death inquest
The coroner at Ricky Hatton's death inquest paid tribute to the boxing champion, emphasizing his love for family and noting the absence of evidence suggesting suicide.
Coroner ‘cannot be satisfied’ that Ricky Hatton intended to take his own life
A coroner stated that there is insufficient evidence to conclude that Ricky Hatton intended to commit suicide after being found dead at his home.
Woman's death at remote hospital deemed preventable by coroner
A coroner found that the death of a Worimi woman at a remote hospital was preventable due to delays in ordering a transfer to a larger hospital.
Mysteries after Ricky Hatton's inquest - half-drunk wine, no letter, and lights off
An inquest into Ricky Hatton's death revealed conflicting evidence that suggests he did not intend to take his own life, as described by the coroner.
Ambulance delays during power cut possibly contributed to father’s death, coroner rules
A coroner's ruling indicates that ambulance delays during a power cut may have contributed to the death of Peter Coates in 2019, as his family sought answers for years.
Unclear whether Ricky Hatton meant to take own life, coroner rules
A coroner in Stockport ruled that it is unclear whether boxer Ricky Hatton intended to take his own life, noting his high alcohol level at the time of death.
Paramedic care 'below reasonable standard' in death in custody, coroner finds
A coroner has determined that the paramedic care provided to Phillip Mark Walton during his death in custody was below the acceptable standard.
Doctors missed Gia’s UTI after childbirth. The Vietnamese Australian woman’s death was preventable, coroner finds
A coroner's inquest determined that the death of Gia Lam, a Vietnamese Australian woman, from sepsis after childbirth was preventable due to the failure to diagnose her urinary tract infection and provide appropriate interpreter services.
Friend of lieutenant colonel, judge did not interfere at the crime scene, says PM coroner
Judge Marco Antônio Pinheiro Machado Cogan reportedly did not interfere with the crime scene, acting only as a friend of the accused lieutenant colonel.
'Fit and well' man died from sepsis after 'inadequate' hygiene at Christie Hospital
A 20-year-old leukaemia patient died from sepsis linked to inadequate hygiene practices at Christie Hospital, according to a coroner's report.
Coroner to examine whether 'unusual' death of Elizabeth Struhs was preventable
The Queensland coroner will investigate whether the death of eight-year-old Elizabeth Struhs could have been avoided, focusing on her family's interactions with state agencies before her death.
Driver says those killed in 'incomprehensible tragedy' are with him always
The driver involved in a fatal crash in Daylesford, which killed five people, expressed his devastation and apologised to the victims' families during a coroner's inquest.
Urgent safety warning issued after tragic death of 'loving' four-year-old girl
The tragic death of a four-year-old girl from Merthyr Tydfil has led to a safety warning from a coroner regarding the timely availability of emergency medical supplies.
Amy Hamm: Tumbler Ridge inquiry will require bravery from public officials
The chief coroner of British Columbia will hold an inquest into the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting, emphasizing the need for bravery in asking uncomfortable questions about the shooter’s identity.
Indigenous baby dies at 1 year old and body stored in a thermal box while awaiting coroner in AC
A one-year-old indigenous baby from the Kaxinawá ethnicity died in Santa Rosa do Purus, Brazil, and the body is being stored in a thermal box while awaiting a coroner due to the local lack of facilities.
NSW coroner ‘very troubled’ by health policy change after Stolen Generations member dies in custody
A NSW coroner expressed concern over health policy changes that delay screenings for Indigenous inmates following the death of a Stolen Generations member who died in custody.
NSW police admit to making ‘very unfortunate’ wrong claim after officer shot man dead
A coroner reported that a man shot by a NSW police officer was not known to the police, contradicting earlier claims by police officials.
Family of Indigenous man who died in custody say justice 'won't be done'
The family of Mark Merriman, an Indigenous man who died in custody in 2022, expresses their belief that justice will not be served following the coroner's findings regarding his death.
Piper James’ official cause of death was drowning as a result of a dingo attack
The coroner confirmed that Piper James died from drowning linked to injuries from a dingo attack while swimming in Australia.
Canadian backpacker Piper James died ‘as a result of drowning’ following a dingo attack at K’gari, coroner says
A coroner has determined that Canadian backpacker Piper James died due to drowning influenced by injuries sustained from a dingo attack at K’gari.
Breaking: Drowning due to dingo attack cause of death for K'gari backpacker, coroner says
The Queensland coroner determined that Piper James, a Canadian backpacker, drowned as a result of injuries sustained in a dingo attack.
Boy, 9, died 'in agony' after operation at NHS hospital as surgeon suspended
Nine-year-old Jack Moate died following a hip operation at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, leading to the suspension of the surgeon involved and prompting a coroner's review into the case.
MAID applicants should have more mental health support, says Quebec coroner
A Quebec coroner advocates for enhanced mental health resources for Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) applicants following a case of a man who died by suicide after his request was denied.
B.C. coroner to make Tumbler Ridge announcement amid call for mass shooting inquiry
British Columbia's chief coroner is scheduled to announce details regarding last month's mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, amid rising demands for a public investigation.
Warning to look for FLAMES after girl, 12, took her own life
A coroner has called for national guidelines on diagnosing autoimmune encephalitis following the tragic suicide of a 12-year-old girl who showed early signs of the illness.
Canadian backpacker's family calls for coronial inquest after death on K'gari
Piper James's family is requesting a coroner's inquest into her death on K'gari after she was found dead near dingoes.
Major changes regarding burials and death declarations. New regulations are sparking discussion
The Polish Ministry of Health is reforming the law on medical activities, introducing the role of a coroner to officially declare deaths occurring outside medical facilities or homes, along with updating procedures and introducing an electronic death certificate.
Evil paedophile who showed 'no remorse' found dead just weeks into prison sentence
Paul Withnell, a convicted paedophile, was found dead in his prison cell shortly after starting a 21-year sentence for historical sexual offences against children.
Coroner hears of string of maintenance failures before 3-year-old's house fire death
The inquest into the death of three-year-old Mitchell Thomas reveals significant maintenance failures in public housing that contributed to a tragic house fire in Alice Springs.
Selfless final act of devoted dad, 45, who died after traumatic head injury at work
Abin Mathai, a 45-year-old devoted father from Blackburn, died from a traumatic head injury sustained at work, prompting the local community to raise funds for his funeral.
Nigeria: Inquiry into the Death of Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Son Opened
A coroner's inquiry has been started in Nigeria regarding the death of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's toddler son, Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, amid allegations of medical negligence against the hospital where he was treated.
Coroner orders report on barrier safety after Oasis fan's fatal fall at Wembley Stadium
A coroner has ordered an investigation into the safety of stadium barriers after the fatal fall of an Oasis fan at Wembley Stadium.
New regulations on burials and determining death. Changes to key principles
The Polish Ministry of Health is working on reforming healthcare laws to introduce the profession of coroner, aimed at clarifying procedures for determining death outside medical facilities.
Coroner recommends SA 'lead the nation' with life jacket rules
South Australia's coroner has proposed increased life jacket regulations for boats under 7 meters following an inquest into multiple boating fatalities.
Coroner begins inquest into death of Chimamanda Adichie’s son April 14
The Coroner's Court in Lagos is set to begin an inquiry into the death of 21-month-old Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, son of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, on April 14, 2026.
Inquest called into 2019 death of Kingston man after encounter with police
A coroner's inquest will investigate the 2019 death of Evan Freeman, who died following a confrontation with Kingston Police after he fatally stabbed another man.
Urgent apixaban blood thinner warning after man who 'felt fine' dies from minor fall
A coroner has issued a warning about the dangers of the blood thinner apixaban after a man died from a brain haemorrhage caused by a minor fall.
Coroner identifies missed opportunities in teen’s allergic reaction death
A coroner has revealed overlooked opportunities in the treatment of Melbourne teenager James Tsindos, who died from an allergic reaction to a delivery meal containing cashew cheese.
Britain's Got Talent's Kerri-Anne Donaldson's cause of death confirmed
The cause of death for Kerri-Anne Donaldson, a dancer from Britain's Got Talent, has been confirmed as suicide by a coroner following her arrest related to child sex offending allegations.
Cop in Noah Donohoe search still haunted by thought of teen 'naked and afraid' in drain
A retired police officer expressed ongoing distress over the discovery of Noah Donohoe's body after a lengthy search in a storm drain, during an inquest into the schoolboy's tragic death.
The cause of death of Tommy Lee Jones's 34-year-old daughter has been revealed
Victoria Jones, the daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, died from a cocaine overdose, as reported by the San Francisco coroner's office.
Dad died in prison, aged 34, after 'lengthy and challenging' restraint
A coroner's inquest has found that 34-year-old Josh Tarrant died in prison due to the failure of staff to recognize signs of a medical emergency during a restraining incident.
Coroner finds 'cascade of events' contributed to arrested man's death at Perth station
A coroner's inquest determined that the way Joshua Van Malssen was restrained by officers during his arrest at Perth Underground Station contributed to his death.
ACT coroner apologises for 'excruciating delay' in Antarctic pilot inquest
The ACT Chief Coroner has expressed regret over the prolonged delay in delivering the report concerning the 2016 death of Canadian pilot David Wood in Antarctica.
Naples on edge: the coroner says that the two-year-old boy with a 'burned' heart cannot undergo another transplant
A two-year-old boy in Naples, whose heart was reportedly 'burned' during transport, is deemed unfit for another transplant according to a coroner, prompting the family to seek an external evaluation.
Coroner finds contentious police tactic not the cause of man's death in custody
A Queensland coroner concluded that the police tactic used in the arrest of Indigenous man Steven Nixon-McKellar was not the direct cause of his death in custody in 2021.
Lack of guidance around rare brain disorder risks further deaths, coroner warns
A coroner has raised concerns that inadequate national guidance on diagnosing a rare brain disorder leads to preventable fatalities, following the tragic death of a 12-year-old girl.
Murderer Martin Leach had to fight for end-of-life wishes, coroner finds
Martin Leach, an infamous double murderer, struggled with corrections officials to uphold his end-of-life wishes prior to his death in 2024.
All you need to know as British family slam US police failings after dad shot daughter
The family of British woman Lucy Harrison, who was shot and killed by her father in Texas, criticizes US police and the state's gun laws after a coroner ruled her death was due to gross negligence manslaughter.
British woman, 23, shot dead by dad was unlawfully killed, coroner rules
An inquest has ruled that Lucy Harrison, a 23-year-old from the UK, was unlawfully killed by her father while visiting him in Texas.