Inquest into the Suspected Death of Terry Frank JENNINGS
Deceased
Terry Frank JENNINGS
Demographics
73y, male
Date of death
2022-03-31
Finding date
2023-07-18
Cause of death
Unknown - likely medical episode or drowning; insufficient evidence to determine manner of death
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Terry Frank Jennings, aged 73, disappeared while boating at Gnarabup Beach, Western Australia on 31 March 2022. He had recently been diagnosed with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and commenced on Metoprolol and Eliquis after presenting with anxiety, sweating, and lightheadedness. He had also been prescribed Stilnox for insomnia. He launched his small 3.9-metre dinghy at 8:15 am intending to fish for a few hours but never returned. A comprehensive search found no trace. The coroner concluded he died on 31 March 2022, likely from a medical episode (possibly cardiac) given his recent health issues and competent seamanship, though drowning from capsizing cannot be excluded. He was not wearing a lifejacket. No autopsy was possible. The coroner made an open finding.
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Contributing factors
- Recent diagnosis of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- Recently commenced cardiac medications (Metoprolol, Eliquis)
- Recent medication adjustment due to side effects (lightheadedness, wooziness)
- Insomnia treated with Stilnox
- Age 73 with cardiac history
- No lifejacket worn
- Small boat with low freeboard
- Strong offshore winds and sea conditions
- Incomplete cardiac evaluation (awaiting echocardiogram and cardiologist review)
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