Coroner ends investigation into Christian Porter accuser’s death but decides against full inquest
Decision closes off what was considered the last possible avenue of inquiry for sexual assault allegations, which Porter strenuously denies
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The coronial investigation into the death of former attorney general Christian Porter's accuser has concluded, with the South Australian coroner deciding against holding a full inquest.
In a statement on Thursday, state coroner David Whittle announced that he had entered a finding as to the cause of Kate's death" but decided against an inquest in accordance with the wishes of Kate's family".
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