Steve Wright's death still unregistered, three months after Radio 2 DJ's passing
30.05.2024 - 18:13
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
Three months after the sad passing of Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright, new details have emerged.
The broadcaster, aged 69, passed away in February, leaving fans and colleagues in shock as heartfelt tributes flooded in for the radio legend whose career spanned over five decades.
The Metropolitan Police had previously stated that Wright's death in a Marylebone flat was unexpected but not suspicious, reports the Mirror.
No inquest will be held, as confirmed earlier this month.
The latest update from the Westminster Register Office indicates that Wright's death has not yet been registered.
According to official guidance on gov.uk, it is recommended to register a death within 5 days, including weekends and bank holidays.
A 'certificate for a burial' or an application for cremation must be issued before any funeral arrangements can proceed.
Westminster Coroner's Court announced earlier: "An inquest will not be required for Mr Wright. The coroner has now discontinued this case."
Coroners look into deaths that occur under sudden, violent or unnatural circumstances, such as accidents or suicides, and they also have the discretion to determine if an inquest is necessary for natural deaths in instances of neglect or if the deceased was in state custody at the time of death.
The relatives of Steve Wright sorrowfully shared their grief in their formal announcement this past February.
They stated: "It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright. In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard."
They added: "Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great