Alexandra Cunninghame
New ZealandcoronerFemale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Alexandra Cunninghame is a coroner known for her thorough investigations into sudden and unexplained deaths. In her recent ruling on the death of Sincere Standtrue, she conducted an extensive inquest to determine the circumstances surrounding his passing. Cunninghame's findings highlighted the dangers associated with a practice called 'blacking out' and addressed the broader implications for the Gloriavale community, making several recommendations aimed at improving safety and awareness regarding self-induced asphyxiation and exposure to harmful substances.
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Coroner Alexandra Cunninghame found the NZ Transport Agency knew the stretch of road near Pareora in South Canterbury was hazardous.
Pareora SH1 fatal: Coroner says NZTA failed to fix slippery laneNew Zealand· 2026-09-27
Coroner Alexandra Cunninghame ruled an inquest would be held to investigate Waka's death.
Laisa Waka murder inquest: Killer Zakariye Hussein’s threat to life revealedNew Zealand· 2026-09-14
Coroner Alexandra Cunninghame provided insights into Hamish Kilgour's struggles and contributions.
Coroner finds musician Hamish Kilgour overwhelmed by challenges before deathNew Zealand· 2025-06-26
Coroner Alexandra Cunninghame has started hearing evidence about Herrera’s murder.
Juliana Herrera murder inquest: Probation officer said ‘any attractive female’ was at risk of paroled rapistNew Zealand· 2025-04-28
Coroner Alexandra Cunninghame stated that Megat's failure to remain in the southbound lane was a causative factor of the crash.
Lake Pukaki crash: Driver in smash that killed four had three hours of sleep the previous nightNew Zealand· 2025-03-21
Coroner Alexandra Cunninghame ruled Sincere Standtrue's death as accidental after considering various scenarios.
Coroner: Gloriavale man Sincere Standtrue’s sudden death result of ‘blacking out game’New Zealand· 2025-03-13