I record these ghastly details not as voyeuristic surplusage but to document the challenges that can, without warning, confront a police officer going about what only moments before had seemed to be an easy and pleasant day’s work.

I commend the officers for maintaining their focus on the job at hand and doing what was necessary before handing over the follow up to others. It is gratifying that both continue to serve. I wish them well for their future careers.

Inquest into the death of Michael James MILLER
Michael Barnes
State Coroner
9 December 2009