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inquest

[in-kwest] / ˈɪn kwɛst /


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The inquest heard a grand jury in the US had determined there was insufficient evidence to charge anyone in connection with Lucy's death.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

A jury inquest is set to be held next year investigating the broader circumstances of the death.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

An inquest jury will consider whether "any act or omission by police officers" or delay in treatment caused or contributed to the death of Henry Nowak.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

An inquest into whether police contributed to Nowak's death will open in front of a jury in September 2027, officials announced Thursday.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Leaning over the body, with members of the inquest huddled around them, they began to diagnose the dead.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann




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