inquest
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He stressed it was important Nowak's family be able to scrutinise the events of that night and participate in any proceedings and an inquest would allow such scrutiny - for them and the public.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 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
A jury inquest into Nowak's death next year will look at whether any "act or omission by a police officer" caused or contributed to his death in Southampton.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
He said a full inquest with a jury would be held on 20 September 2027 although he hoped the date might be brought forward.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
There weren’t even sufficient remains for an inquest, though the rival undertaker found enough to claim the fee for a burial.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
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