The methods to find out how people died are about to drastically change in three parts of Greater Manchester
manchestereveningnews.co.ukTechnology is to be introduced by a coroner which will be able to establish cause of death without dissecting the body. A leading coroner said families who have recently lost a loved one in Bolton, Salford, Wigan will soon benefit from 'digital autopsies', which not only minimise emotional distress, but also accelerate the post-mortem process.
Bolton council, which has responsibility for coronial services in the Manchester West jurisdiction has signed an agreement with Digital Autopsy UK to provide non-invasive post-mortem examinations across the four towns and cities.
The cutting edge digital imaging technology means many post-mortem examinations can be carried out in a computerised environment by digital tools, rather than by a scalpel. READ MORE: Oldham mum Kulsuma Akter pictured for the first time as alleged killer appears in court The company said the approach allows for a quicker resolution of cases.
Following a procurement process, Bolton council has signed a partnership with Digital Autopsy UK and it is anticipated the service will be available from June this year.
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