Coronial

189 results for domestic violence homicide

TAShome2022-06-10

Coroner's Finding: Geertsema, Darlene Avis

30y · Female·Injuries inflicted by John Shepherd; pathological cause unable to be determined

…vening of her disappearance at their flat. The coroner found Shepherd had a documented history of serious violence against intimate partners, established motive (Geertsema's plans to leave with their children), and was t…

alcohol
NSW2016-08-19

Inquest into the disappearance and suspected death of Cheryl ARDLER

40y · Female·Medical cause cannot be determined; manner of death: homicide by person(s) unkno…

…013 but is believed to have died between 5-25 December 2012. The evidence established a pattern of severe domestic violence perpetrated by her partner Dennis French, including witnessed assaults and stabbing injuries wit…

QLDhome2012-06-21

Gold Coast Murder Suicide

Unknown·Multiple causes: Antony Way died from stab wounds to neck and trunk; Tania Simps…

… repeated unwanted contact. The coroner found he manifested 9 of 12 key risk factors for intimate partner homicide, including separation, stalking, depression, threats, and obsession with proving the victim's new relatio…

psychologycommunicationsystem
NSWhome2014-06-06

Inquest into the death of Leoni Chandrika FELIX

32y · Female·multiple sharp force wounds and blunt force injuries of the head inflicted by Ma…

…led by her ex-husband through multiple stab wounds and blunt force injuries. This case, while primarily a homicide investigation rather than a medical error case, highlights the tragic consequences of domestic violence. …

psychiatryforensic medicine
TAS2019-07-03

Coroner's Finding: Eaton, Jodi Michelle

28y · Female·asphyxia due to neck compression or strangulation

…ion identified critical clinical and legal lessons regarding non-fatal strangulation as a risk factor for homicide. Dobson had a documented pattern of violence against women involving choking and throat compression, yet …

emergency medicineforensic medicinesystemalcohol
NSWhome2014-08-29

Inquest into the death of Kate MALONYAY

32y · Female·Injuries caused by asphyxiation and blunt force trauma to the head inflicted by …

…police. The coroner noted similarities to a previous relationship involving Coulson, including threats of violence and stalking behaviour. Educational initiatives regarding domestic violence recognition in schools were r…

forensic medicinesystem
TAShome2015-07-29

Coroner's Finding: Wilton, Meagan & Eyles, Benjamin

shotgun wounds to chest and arm (homicide)

…y on 16 December 2012 in Hamilton, Tasmania. Daley and Wilton had been in a relationship marked by mutual domestic violence allegations until July 2012. After their breakup, Wilton began a relationship with Eyles. Daley,…

communicationsystem
VIC2021-09-22

Finding into death of Ruth Ridley

58y · Female·homicide of unknown causes

…coroner found on the balance of probabilities that Mr Ridley was involved in her death, which constituted homicide of unknown cause. The case involved an extensive history of family violence with at least 11 serious risk…

VIChome2012-09-21

Finding into death of Angelica Rosa

20y · Female·MULTIPLE STAB WOUNDS TO NECK, THORAX AND ABDOMEN

…Victoria. The death resulted from multiple stab wounds to the neck, thorax and abdomen inflicted during a domestic violence incident. In the weeks preceding her death, Angelica experienced escalating abuse including prop…

QLDhome2019-04-04

Blackmore, Rinabel Tiglao - Non-inquest findings

44y · Female·Head injury sustained when exiting a moving vehicle

… woman died from head injuries after exiting a moving vehicle travelling at 100 km/h during an episode of domestic violence. Ms Blackmore had reported non-lethal strangulation and threats to police 40 hours before her de…

forensic medicineparamedicinecommunicationsystem
NSWhome2023-04-26

Inquest into the death of Trudy Michelle Dreyer

49y · Female·Multiple shotgun wounds to the chest and back of head

Trudy Michelle Dreyer, 49, died from multiple shotgun wounds inflicted by her partner during a domestic incident on 19 September 2019. The couple had relationship difficulties and attended family support servi…

VIChome2011-10-18

Finding into death of Peter John Griffin

54y · Male·Hanging (self-inflicted), following the death of Lynette Ann Kent from stab woun…

…g relationship breakdown. The finding documents a 10-year relationship characterised by escalating family violence, controlling behaviour, stalking, and threats. Critical clinical lessons include: the GP who treated both…

general practicepsychiatrycommunicationsystem
NSWcommunity2018-11-02

Inquest into the death of Marlon Shawn McDonald

42y · Male·Cause of death remains unknown

…allenges in missing person cases involving individuals with complex backgrounds including drug addiction, domestic violence, and involvement in criminal networks. Key clinical considerations relate to substance abuse dis…

methamphetamine
QLDhome2022-07-12

Jack - Non-inquest findings

41y · Male·Stab wound to the chest

Jack, a 41-year-old man with extensive history of domestic violence perpetration across multiple relationships, died from a stab wound to the chest inflicted by his…

forensic medicinecorrectional healthcommunicationsystemmethamphetamine
QLDhome2019-05-16

SW - Non-inquest findings

26y · Female·Multiple sharp force injuries of limbs, trunk and head; alcohol intoxication

… by her intimate partner IN after a prolonged drinking session. At the time of death, SW was subject to a domestic violence protection order against IN, who was on court-ordered parole following a prior assault on her wi…

systemdelayalcohol
NSWhospital2019-12-20

Inquest into the death of Blair DALTON

35y · Female·hypoxic brain injury, with strangulation being an antecedent cause

…rreversible brain injury. Life support was withdrawn on 28 September 2017. The death was determined to be homicide. This case highlights the tragic consequences of domestic violence escalation. Clinical lessons include r…

emergency medicineintensive care
SAcommunity2024-08-29

Coroner's Finding: May, Kunmanara

23y · Female·stab wound of the chest

Kunmanara May, aged 23, was killed by her partner SK in a domestic violence homicide in 2015. Multiple agencies—South Australia Police, Families SA, Aboriginal Family Suppo…

general practiceforensic medicinediagnosticcommunication
VIChome2011-10-18

Finding into death of Lynette Ann Kent

52y · Female·Multiple stab injuries

Lynette Ann Kent, 52, was fatally stabbed by her partner Peter Griffin during a domestic violence incident. The case reveals critical systemic failures in family violence intervention. Despite m…

general practiceemergency medicinecommunicationsystem
NSW2025-11-27

Inquest into the deaths of Lilie James and Paul Thijssen

21; 23y · Female; male·Lilie: multiple blunt force injuries to the head and neck. Paul: multiple blunt …

…l stalking on 7 occasions, and deliberate planning of the attack. The coroner found this was premeditated homicide in the context of domestic violence and gendered violence. No prior warning signs were evident to colleag…

VIChome2012-04-20

Finding into death of Alana Ricardo

25y · Female·Haemorrhage from stab wound to chest

…r blood vessels near the heart, causing fatal haemorrhage. The coroner determined the death occurred in a domestic violence context, with Mills becoming infatuated with Ricardo despite her being in a relationship with Ja…

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