Coronial

130 results for hypothermia

NSWcommunity2014-09-12

Inquest into the death of Edward Ronald VUISSOZ

Male·Combined effects of hypothermia and incised wounds to the neck

…tent with self-infliction. Pathologist Dr D. concluded that death resulted from the combined effects of hypothermia and the incised wounds, possibly self-inflicted while the deceased was confused or delusional from hypo…

pathologyforensic medicine
NSWhome2014-11-11

Inquest into the death of Richard THORN

67y · Male·hypothermia

…back problems affecting mobility, was found deceased on his bedroom floor. Autopsy confirmed death from hypothermia (core temperature <35°C), evidenced by Wischnewski's ulcers. He exhibited paradoxical undressing and co…

forensic medicineemergency medicinealcohol
VICcommunity2026-03-05

Finding into death of Yuhan Jin

Female·Hypothermia

Two young Chinese international students died from hypothermia while hiking Mount Bogong in severe weather conditions. They were inexperienced hikers who underestimat…

TAShome2021-06-10

Coroner's Finding: Wells, Kenneth James

80y · Male·hypothermia

Kenneth James Wells, an 80-year-old man, died of hypothermia between 24 June and 8 July 2020. He was found in his cold unit in winter, unclothed on his upper body, …

pathologyforensic medicinemorphine
TAScommunity2017-04-28

Coroner's Finding: Jin, Kang

21y · Male·hypothermia due to exposure

A 21-year-old Chinese university student died from hypothermia after becoming separated during an ill-prepared walk on the Overland Track in extreme weather condition…

communicationsystem
VICcommunity2020-02-12

Finding into death of Stephen James Johnston

57y · Male·Complications of multiple blunt force injuries in a man with ischaemic heart dis…

… did not seek emergency care for Johnston until after 11am the next day, during which time he developed hypothermia. He died from complications of multiple blunt force injuries combined with hypothermia and pre-existing…

emergency medicineintensive caredelayoxycodone
TAShome2018-09-20

Coroner's Finding: NN

47y · Male·combined effects of alcohol-induced central nervous system depression, hypotherm…

…on, liver disease, and depression died from combined alcohol-induced central nervous system depression, hypothermia, and alcohol-related heart disease. He was found deceased in an unheated shed on his property after spe…

alcohol
NSWcommunity2018-05-29

Inquest into the disappearance and suspected deaths of Yue Ping Wang and Jilin Du

Male·Unable to determine; death by misadventure in the ocean near Black Rock, Steamer…

…location. Expert opinion indicated survival time in the water would have been less than 12 hours due to hypothermia, exhaustion and dehydration, with death likely occurring within minutes if beaten against rocks without…

VIC2020-01

Finding into death of Matthew Thomas Fitzpatrick

33y · Male·COMPLICATIONS OF HYPOTHERMIA

…ick, 33 years old with bipolar disorder and inconsistent medication adherence, died of complications of hypothermia on Mount Stirling in November 2017. He failed to return from an organised horse trail ride. The coroner…

VIChome2012-04-02

Finding into death of Shannon Lindsay Watt

33y · Male·Aspiration plus hypothermia secondary to severe alcohol intoxication

Shannon Lindsay Watt, a 33-year-old male, died from aspiration with hypothermia secondary to severe alcohol intoxication. After work drinks at the Alberton Hotel on 13 June 2009, he c…

alcohol
VICcommunity2026-03-05

Finding into death of Yewen Wang

Female·Hypothermia

Two young international students died from hypothermia while hiking Mount Bogong in severe weather conditions (temperatures -3.2 to 8.1°C, heavy snow, poor vi…

QLDcommunity2020-07-15

Kearney, Jesse

28y · Male·The cause of death remains undetermined. The coroner concluded it is likely that…

…uding paranoia, agitation, and poor coordination. Expert evidence indicated methylamphetamine can cause hypothermia through thermoregulatory derangement, impaired decision-making, and increased susceptibility to environ…

forensic medicinemethamphetamine
VIC2025-05-14

Finding into death of Dean Jenkins

33y · Male·unascertained

…lities exist: Dean may have had an accident (vehicle bogged), become stranded in cold temperatures with hypothermia, or been intentionally placed in the burrow. No trauma was evident on remains, though advanced decompos…

methamphetamine
QLDcommunity2017-11-02

Chan, Shui Ki

25y · Male·Hypovolaemic shock and hypothermia due to bilateral pelvic fractures caused by a…

A 25-year-old Chinese tourist died from hypovolaemic shock and hypothermia after being struck by a vehicle while cycling on the Warrego Highway at night. The coroner found that M…

trauma surgeryemergency medicine
VIC2024-04-15

Finding into death of Angela Christy Tulloh

44y · Female·hypothermia in the setting of methylated spirits ingestion

…d NDIS participant with autism, intellectual disability, and borderline personality disorder, died from hypothermia following ingestion of methylated spirits. She had a long history of self-harm behaviours including sub…

psychiatryforensic medicinemethylated spirits
VICcommunity2014-09-30

Finding into death of Jeremy Bradley Edwards

26y · Male·Drowning in the setting of acute alcohol toxicity

…s and was described as "quite drunk". Poor weather conditions (12-14°C, 30km/h winds, choppy water) and hypothermia likely contributed. The clinical lessons emphasize that BAC >0.30 g/100ml can cause death independently…

alcohol
SA2002-07-01

Coroner's Finding: THORPE Danny

48y · Male·Cause of death has not been determined; likely drowning, hypothermia, or trauma …

…s body was never recovered. While the precise cause of death could not be determined, evidence suggests hypothermia, drowning, or possible shark attack. The coroner found the decision to put to sea was not reckless give…

occupational and environmental healthforensic medicineprocedural
VICcommunity2025-04-14

Finding into death of Jodus Tenetahi Murphy

18y · Male·Unascertained; likely hypothermia possibly in combination with drowning

…st reliably sighted on 15 May 2023 appearing confused. The cause of death was unascertained, but likely hypothermia possibly combined with drowning. He was ill-equipped for outdoor survival, lacking appropriate clothing…

forensic medicinetoxicologymethamphetamine
TAS2020-08-11

Coroner's Finding: Howe, Rowland Michael Chilton

27y · Male·Hypothermia and rhabdomyolysis due to traumatic crush injuries of back and legs …

A 27-year-old man died from hypothermia and rhabdomyolysis following crush injuries sustained when a tree fell on him during tree felling on fa…

procedural
VIChospital2022-04-28

Finding into death of Hunter Patrick Boyle

2y · Male·Consistent with drowning

…pite immediate CPR, retrieval by paramedics, and extensive resuscitation attempts at hospital including hypothermia management and PIPER retrieval team intervention, Hunter could not be saved. The death highlights the r…

emergency medicinepaediatricsmorphine

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