Finding into death of Unknown Remains Human Skeletons
Finding date
2011-06-08
Cause of death
unknown
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Four sets of unidentified human skeletal remains were collected by Victoria Police from Endeavour College of Natural Health in Melbourne in November 2010. The college indicated they had been using the remains for teaching purposes. Forensic anthropological examination by Dr B. confirmed all four cases comprised human skeletons typical of teaching material, with evidence of articulation methods and annotation consistent with educational use. The remains were believed to be in excess of 100 years old, though objective dating was not performed. The coroner found it impossible to determine the identity, location, date, or circumstances of death for any of the individuals. No further investigation was deemed necessary. The coroner ordered the remains be released for public burial at an approved facility.
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Coroner's recommendations
- Skeletal remains be released by the Coroner's Court of Victoria for public burial at an approved facility and location
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