Inquest into the Death of Wendy Anne Eadie

29y · Female·asphyxiation due to ligature compression of the neck (hanging)

Wendy Anne Eadie, 29, died by suicide in Graylands Hospital's Frankland Centre on 1 November 1998 while detained following charges of unlawful wounding against her parents. She had a longstanding history of depression, chronic low self-esteem, and suicidal ideation dating back 15 years. Following arrest in August 1998, she was admitted for psychiatric assessment and received treatment including antidepressants and psychotherapy. Her clinical condition improved significantly by late October, with plans being developed for potential bail. However, on the morning of 1 November 1998, she was found hanging in her bathroom using a makeshift ligature fashioned from materials in her room. The coroner found supervision and care adequate but made recommendations regarding communication between police and psychiatrists when charges are varied against hospital inpatients, and about maintaining up-to-date medical file information.