Deceased
AQ
Demographics
19y, male
Date of death
2024-12-25
Finding date
2026-05-29
Cause of death
Firework injuries to the chest
AI-generated summary
A 19-year-old male died on 25 December 2024 from chest injuries sustained in an accidental firework explosion. The deceased had obtained unlicensed fireworks and constructed a DIY mortar using a cardboard tube and sand-filled box. While lighting the fuse in poorly lit conditions at night, he inadvertently leaned into the path of the explosion. Post-mortem toxicology detected cannabis and cocaine metabolites, but these were not identified as contributing factors. The coroner found this was an unfortunate accident highlighting the inherent dangers of unqualified individuals accessing and using fireworks. The finding emphasizes the need for enforcement of firework licensing regulations and public awareness of firework dangers.
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