inquest

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The inquest also heard the emergency response when she was found was slow and chaotic.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Over the 15 hours before Molly was discovered, less than half - 44% - of the required observations were carried out, and some of those that did happen lasted just seconds, the inquest heard.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

The inquest was also told the staff member who called the ambulance did not know the correct address.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Staff told the ambulance service that it was "a prank call", however the records note she had three seizures that day and the inquest heard no staff member asked her why she was seeking help.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

The city convened a coroner’s inquest, which focused its attention on the building’s design.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson