Deceased
Daniel Surtees
Demographics
36y, male
Coroner
State Coroner Judge John Cain
Date of death
2020-01-26
Finding date
2024-11-19
Cause of death
Complications of thermal burn injuries
AI-generated summary
Daniel Surtees, aged 36, died from complications of extensive thermal burn injuries (>80% body surface area) sustained during a domestic violence incident. After consuming 14 cans of bourbon at a party, Daniel returned home intoxicated and argumentative. During an escalating dispute in the sunroom, Angela splashed petrol on Daniel and ignited it with a lighter, reportedly intending to frighten rather than burn him. Daniel sustained non-survivable injuries and died in ICU at Alfred Hospital. This case highlights the severe consequences of alcohol-fuelled domestic violence and the importance of early intervention in volatile relationships. The coronial investigation found no preventable opportunities in the police response to a June 2019 dispute between the couple, though the coroner noted the relationship was documented as toxic and volatile with prior family violence history.
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