What characterizes a questionable death?

A questionable death is primarily characterized by the circumstances surrounding the death that raise doubt about the cause or manner of death. In this case, a death that was not witnessed can lead to uncertainty, as there may be no first-hand account of what transpired. This lack of eyewitness testimony can hinder investigators’ ability to determine whether the death resulted from natural causes, an accident, homicide, or suicide. The absence of witnesses might also mean that there are limitations in gathering physical evidence or understanding the context of the situation, contributing to the classification of the death as questionable.

While witnessed deaths, natural causes, and even the presence or absence of physical evidence can all be related to the investigation process, it is the non-witnessed nature of the death that primarily introduces doubts about its classification and necessitates further inquiry into the circumstances.