Finding into death of Bradlee John Maher
Deceased
Bradlee John Maher
Demographics
25y, male
Date of death
2010-12-26
Finding date
2012-01-23
Cause of death
Injuries sustained in a fall from height into water
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Bradlee Maher, a 25-year-old man, died from injuries sustained in a fall from the Westgate Bridge into water on 26 December 2010. He had called emergency services to announce his intention to jump, and despite police negotiation efforts lasting approximately 35 minutes, he jumped from the bridge. Police recovered him from the water and attempted resuscitation, but he was pronounced dead at Alfred Hospital. The coroner found the death was intentional suicide and that police response was appropriate and did not contribute to the death. Toxicology showed alcohol 0.12%. No medical conditions or clinical interventions are central to this case; rather, it examines the appropriateness of police crisis response.
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Drugs involved
Contributing factors
- Intentional jumping from Westgate Bridge
- Alcohol intoxication (0.12%)
- Possible relationship difficulties
- Possible financial issues
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