Coroner Seeks Susan Shenton's Family | Leicester News

0:00So, the coroner's office in Lestershire is putting out a call looking for the family of an 83-year-old woman named Susan Shinton. She passed away on Tuesday, September 8th, out in the Gleab Drive area of Counterstorp. The main thing is they haven't been able to track down any of her relatives, which is why they're hoping someone who knows her or her family will step up. Normally, when someone dies, the coroner has to let the next of Ken know. It's a legal thing, giving them the right to be informed and even get involved if there's an inquest. Plus, the family usually handles the funeral arrangements and registers the death. It's a pretty standard procedure, but when no family can be found, coroners often turn to the public for help. This situation can get a bit heavy because if no family comes forward, the deceased might end up having what's called a public health funeral. Basically, the local council steps in to arrange and pay for it. These are usually very simple ceremonies, often with no one there to mourn. Just a basic, dignified burial or cremation.

1:02The coroner's office is really hoping to avoid that. They're asking anyone who might have any information about Susan Shinton or her family to get in touch with them. It's important for them to connect with the right people. If you think you can help, you should call the coroner's office directly. The number is 0-1-1-6-454-1030. Make sure to mention reference number 007-3-2026 when you call. Lesser news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters. I'm Cory with the story.