Finding into death of Unknown Remains Human Skull
Demographics
unknown
Finding date
2011-06-08
Cause of death
unknown
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An unidentified partial human skull of likely Australian Aboriginal ancestry was discovered during ploughing near Wycheproof, Victoria on 10 November 2010. The remains were examined by forensic anthropologists and Aboriginal Affairs Victoria. Dr B. confirmed the morphology was consistent with Australian Aboriginal ancestry, indicating an adult skeleton. However, the degree of weathering, post-mortem bone loss, and absence of facial bones prevented definitive identification, age determination, or establishment of time and circumstances of death. The coroner found no further investigation was warranted. The remains were ordered to be released to Museum Victoria for handling under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006.
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Coroner's recommendations
- Remains to be released to Museum Victoria to be dealt with in accordance with the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006
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