Dossier
Scott Sayers
Coverage of Scott Sayers in the Nexus archive.
- Pa. coroners refuse to release autopsy reports – and that hinders research on deaths in custody
Pennsylvania coroners frequently refuse to release autopsy reports, citing inconsistent reasons like ongoing investigations or privacy concerns, hindering research on deaths in custody. Journalists and researchers face legal barriers and high fees, such as a $2,100 charge for printed reports, limiting public access to records required by state law.