Smith had been largely confined to a soiled cane chair that was starting to decompose. 9News
Smith, who had cerebral palsy, died aged 54 in April 2020, a day after she was rushed to hospital in a semi-conscious state suffering from organ failure, septic shock and untreated sores.Ann Marie Smith, also known as Annie, died after she was neglected in a squalid home.prosecution of her assigned support worker, Rosa Maria MaioneSA Police today charged the two directors with criminal neglect causing death and failing to comply with a health and safety duty of care.
"This was a comprehensive joint investigation with Safe Work SA and is first time both agencies have had a co-located task force to investigate such a death," she said.Ann Marie Smith relied on her disability carer to survive.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Two directors of care provider charged with criminal neglect over death of Ann Marie SmithThe 54-year-old, who had cerebral palsy, died in 2020 from septic shock, multiple organ failure, severe pressure sores and malnourishment
Read more »
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce fixes wig mid-race but still qualifies at world titlesWorld 100m champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce had to fix her wig halfway through her women’s 200m heat as she suffered a surprise defeat
Read more »
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce fixes wig mid-race but still qualifies in worlds 200mWorld 100m champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce had to fix her wig halfway through her women’s 200m heat as she suffered a surprise defeat
Read more »
Jamaica's Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce wins women's 100m world title for fifth timeJamaica's women fill the podium in the 100m final at the world athletics championships, with legendary sprinter Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce clinching the title for the fifth time.
Read more »
Why this 33-year-old cold case still haunts retired detective Ann GumleyCentral Queensland woman Michelle Lewis, then aged 21, vanished with her bike in 1989. Her best friend wants closure.
Read more »