Deceased
Travis John Woods
Demographics
36y, male
Date of death
2021-02-10
Finding date
2024-09-02
Cause of death
hanging
AI-generated summary
Travis John Woods, 36, died by hanging while on home detention bail in South Australia on 10 February 2021, classified as a death in custody. He had a long history of methamphetamine dependence, unresolved trauma, PTSD, and ADHD. At death he was heavily intoxicated with methamphetamine. Key precipitants included relationship breakdown with partner Carla Ashley and fear of returning to prison for pending criminal charges. On 3 February, he refused a mental health treatment plan offered by his GP. On 10 February morning, while on FaceTime with Ashley showing a noose, he threatened suicide. Despite his explicit intent, Ashley did not report him to authorities because she doubted his seriousness and was in a dysfunctional, domestically violent relationship. The coroner found police investigation thorough and noted that methamphetamine intoxication and fear of imprisonment likely influenced his decision. No recommendations were made.
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