Unraveling the Mysteries of Unnatural Deaths

Dying of a heart attack, a stroke, kidney failure or complications related to Covid-19.

Homicide (murder or culpable homicide), suicide, or accidents (including a person who dies as a result of hitting their head against an object after being playfully pushed by a friend).

Vehicle accidents, being struck by lightning, or dying during a natural disaster such as a flood (e.g. drowning).

<p>A post mortem examination is performed by a forensic pathologist in cases of sudden or unexplained death, as well as in cases where the death is suspected to be due to an act or neglect by any person, including medical staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Yes, an example of death due to an act or neglect is when a person with no medical aid seeks medical assistance for severe chest pain at a private hospital but is refused treatment, subsequently leading to a fatal heart attack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Deaths that would otherwise be classified as 'natural' but still require a post mortem examination include cases where a person dies suddenly without pre-existing illness or if the death is unexplained.</p> Signup and view all the answers