Man told cops he could not breathe during fatal arrest
Wayne Thomas Kerle, 68, died during a police arrest in Brisbane on December 27, 2022, after telling officers, "I can't breathe." Deputy State Coroner Stephanie Gallagher stated that police interactions likely exacerbated his pre-existing health issues, recommending further officer training to identify medical emergencies. Gallagher also advocated for the installation of CCTV in police vans to monitor detainees.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 07:21 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 07:30 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
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