The coroner will decide if a public inquest is warranted.įriend and film producer John Stainton says he believes Irwin died almost instantly as he and a cameraman snorkelled over a shallow reef. Police are today expected to release details of a post mortem examination on Irwin's body. Mr West has told police he was alerted to the sting when he noticed blood in the water. The vision apparently shows a bull ray in close contact with Irwin. Irwin was filming segments for a new television show for his daughter Bindi when a stingray's tail pierced his heart. Police say footage of Steve Irwin's final moments could become key evidence at a coronial inquest into the Crocodile Hunter's death in far north Queensland.įar north police Superintendent Michael Keating says police are preparing a report for the coroner on the death of the 44-year-old internationally acclaimed television personality and wildlife expert.Ĭameraman Peter West was filming yesterday as he and Irwin snorkelled on Batt Reef.
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