Sudden Death (CM13)

Question 1

What is the process involved in dealing with a sudden death?

Answer 1

• Victim •

• Note position of the body
• Photograph the body in Situ
• Search the body for injuries

• Scene •

• Search the area for factors that might have contributed to death (medicine)
• Look for suspicious circumstances

• Witnesses •
- Speak to witnesses and obtain statements

Question 2

What are the file preparation requirements for sudden death files?

Answer 2

• Verification of Death Form (COR31)
• Deceased Person Identification Form (POL265)
• Initial Report for Coroner (POL47)