Recommendations I am empowered by Section 25(2) of the Coroner's Act, 1975 to make recommendations that in my opinion, prevent, or reduce the likelihood of, a recurrence of an event similar to the event that was the subject of the inquest. In the circumstances of this case, I can make no recommendations which may prevent a death similar to that of Mr Nicholls. There is nothing before me to suggest that the outcome could have been affected by any other response on the part of the police officers concerned. The situation was brought about by Mr Nicholls’ behaviour, no doubt the result of his severe mental illness, and I can think of nothing to recommend which might prevent a similar outcome in future. Key Words: Death in Custody; Police (shooting); Mental Health/Psychiatric Issues In witness whereof the said Coroner has hereunto set and subscribed his hand and Seal the 29th day of October, 2003. Coroner Inquest Number 12/2003 (1837/2001)
Recommendations I am empowered by Section 25(2) of the Coroner's Act, 1975 to make recommendations that in my opinion, prevent, or reduce the likelihood of, a recurrence of an event similar to the event that was the subject of the inquest. In the circumstances of this case, I can make no recommendations which may prevent a death similar to that of Mr Nicholls. There is nothing before me to suggest that the outcome could have been affected by any other response on the part of the police officers concerned. The situation was brought about by Mr Nicholls’ behaviour, no doubt the result of his severe mental illness, and I can think of nothing to recommend which might prevent a similar outcome in future. Key Words: Death in Custody; Police (shooting); Mental Health/Psychiatric Issues In witness whereof the said Coroner has hereunto set and subscribed his hand and Seal the 29th day of October, 2003. Coroner Inquest Number 12/2003 (1837/2001)