Under the Coroners Act of 2003 Coroners are responsible for investigating reportable deaths. A reportable death is where:
The identity of the deceased is unknown.
The death was violent or unnatural, i.e., accidents, falls, suicide or drug overdoses.
The death happened in suspicious circumstances.
A “cause of death” certificate has not been issued and is not likely to be issued.
The death was a health care related death.
The death occurred in care or custody.
The death occurred as a result of police operations.