Finding into death of Michael George Pichler
Deceased
Michael George Pichler
Demographics
57y, male
Date of death
2010-08-19
Finding date
2011-11-18
Cause of death
injuries sustained in a fall from height
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Michael George Pichler, aged 57, died from injuries sustained in a fall from the 9th floor of an apartment building on Spring Street, Melbourne, on 19 August 2010. Mr Pichler had experienced significant financial losses due to the Global Financial Crisis and a failed farming investment, which caused him considerable distress and depression. He sought treatment from his general practitioner on 12 August 2010, was prescribed an antidepressant (Sertraline), and was referred to a psychologist. On 18 August 2010, after meeting his accountant about selling investment properties, Mr Pichler left his home with a note indicating his intent. His wife discovered his absence and contacted police. Police arrived at the apartment and Mr Pichler fell from the balcony while they were entering. The coroner found that Mr Pichler intended to take his own life and that the fall was not preventable despite his recent mental health treatment. Police actions were deemed appropriate.
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Contributing factors
- financial losses from Global Financial Crisis
- investment losses from farming scam
- anxiety and depression
- suicidal ideation
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