Deceased
Jacob Raymond Crawford
Demographics
35y, male
Date of death
2019-01-29
Finding date
2020-06-15
Cause of death
Head injury with multifocal diffuse brain injury resulting in raised intracranial pressure leading to brain death
AI-generated summary
Jacob Crawford, 35, died from head injury sustained in a quad bike rollover on 29 January 2019. He was riding on a steep unfamiliar incline in darkness with a passenger, contrary to manufacturer warnings. Blood analysis revealed alcohol level of 0.161 g/100mL (over three times legal driving limit) and recent cocaine use. These substances significantly impaired judgment and motor control. The quad bike lacked rollover protection and was carrying a passenger despite clear warnings against this. Helmet compliance with Australian Standards could not be verified after hospital destruction. Key clinical lessons: substance use dramatically increases crash risk; off-road vehicle operation while intoxicated is extremely hazardous; manufacturer safety warnings must be heeded; protective equipment standards matter.
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Specialties
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