Medical Examiner

An 18-month-old toddler was mistakenly pronounced dead by a doctor at a hospital in Arizona but was later found alive in the morgue. The child had been in a backyard pool during a Super Bowl party and was revived after being declared dead, with parents admitting to marijuana use and neglect. The hospital stated it is reviewing care protocols.

An 18-month-old toddler was mistakenly pronounced dead by a doctor after drowning during a Super Bowl party but was later found alive in the hospital morgue. The error occurred when the doctor ignored a nurse's claim of detecting a pulse and refused to continue life-saving measures, leading to the child being placed in the morgue before being revived. The parents, who admitted to using marijuana and neglecting the child, may face child abuse charges.

An 18-year-old motorcyclist who died in a high-speed crash in Kapolei has been identified by the medical examiner. The incident occurred on Tuesday night.

Medical Examiner revealed the cause of death for Wayne Barry, a 56-year-old firefighter found unresponsive at Fire Station 32. Barry was a 13-year veteran of the station.

Blaise Taylor's defense in his murder trial is focusing on Jade Benning's alleged drug use, presenting phone records and toxicology reports to argue she willingly used drugs before her death. Benning died of cocaine poisoning in February 2023, with the defense suggesting her drug involvement, though medical testimony indicated fentanyl in her system was from hospital treatment. A forensic analyst presented text messages implying drug transactions, but the defense has not proven drug use.

Leon Alex Davis, 27, died from prolonged restraint in Federal Way police custody. The medical examiner ruled the death a homicide in a report released Friday.

The fifth day of a trial for a Tennessee Titans scout accused of poisoning and killing his pregnant girlfriend. Testimony from a medical examiner and the scout was presented.

The trial for a former Tennessee Titans scout accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend resumes on its fourth day, with the medical examiner testifying. The case involves allegations of a fatal incident against the scout's girlfriend, who was pregnant at the time.

A 24-year-old man was shot and killed during a struggle over a gun at a Brentwood apartment complex early Thursday morning. The incident occurred at the Estates at Brentwood Apartments on Church Street East near the Davidson and Williamson County line, involving a 25-year-old friend who is not being interviewed by detectives.

A nine-year-old boy died after being pulled unresponsive from a Henrico County pool during a SwimRVA summer camp. The Medical Examiner ruled the death an accidental drowning.

A 9-year-old boy died at Swim RVA's summer camp in Henrico, Va., after being pulled from the pool and undergoing CPR. The camp closed temporarily, and authorities are investigating the cause of death. A mother expressed her grief, and a police officer emphasized the importance of pool safety.

A medical examiner has ruled the death of a Haitian asylum seeker after being released from federal custody a homicide. An attorney representing her family said he expects her relatives to sue Immigration and Customs Enforcement in connection with her death.

A medical examiner has provided new details regarding the cause of death for James Handy. The article also references Handy's role in the 1995 film 'Vishy-Vashy-Vinnie'.

Albany County passed legislation to replace its four part-time, elected coroners with an appointed, full-time medical examiner and deputy. The change requires voter approval in a Nov. 3 referendum to amend the county charter by repealing Article 19, which establishes the Coroner’s Office.

Officials have released the cause of death for a 14-year-old teen found dead in singer D4vd's car, which was determined months ago but withheld until now. The medical examiner confirmed the cause but its release was delayed.

A 14-year-old girl found in singer D4vd's car died from multiple injuries. The medical examiner had determined the cause of death months prior but withheld its release until now.

Celeste Rivas, 14, died from severe injuries revealed by a medical examiner, leading to rapper D4vd being charged with her murder.

Celeste Rivas, 14, died from severe injuries revealed by a medical examiner. Rapper D4vd has been charged with her murder.

A medical examiner who made a joke about Donald Trump's 'big beautiful obituary' was placed on administrative leave. The incident highlights the professional repercussions of making controversial remarks about public figures.