What happens when cause of death is unknown?
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What happens when cause of death is unknown?
If the post mortem shows an unnatural cause of death, or if the cause of death is not found at the initial examination, the Coroner will open an investigation or inquest. They will also need to do this if the deceased died in custody or otherwise in the care of the State.
Why do deaths get referred to the coroner?
Coroner’s post-mortem examination In most cases, a doctor or the police refer a death to the coroner. A death will be referred to the coroner if: it’s unexpected, such as the sudden death of a baby (cot death) it’s violent, unnatural or suspicious, such as a suicide or drug overdose.
Why do police attend sudden deaths?
Sudden deaths and the role of the coroner The police attend all such cases and their attendance is simply routine and should not cause you any concern. They will make arrangements for the deceased to be conveyed to a hospital mortuary for further investigation by the Coroner.
Is it illegal to post a video of someone dying?
Post-mortem privacy is a person’s ability to control the dissemination of personal information after death. In the US, no federal laws specifically extend post-mortem privacy protection.
Are the police called when someone dies at home?
If someone dies at home and the death was unexpected If the death was unexpected, you must call the Police and Ambulance services immediately by dialling 999. The paramedics, upon arrival, will either attempt resuscitation or confirm the death.
What do you do when a relative dies at home?
Leave the area untouched apart from any attempt at resuscitation. If the death was expected, perhaps due to a terminal illness, you should contact the deceased’s GP or nearest doctor. If it happened during the night, you do not need to contact the doctor until the following morning unless you want to.
Who do you call first when someone dies at home?
If the person dies at home unexpectedly without hospice care, call 911. Have in hand a do-not-resuscitate document if it exists. Without one, paramedics will generally start emergency procedures and, except where permitted to pronounce death, take the person to an emergency room for a doctor to make the declaration.
