Doctor’s ‘grossly irresponsible prescribing’ played direct role in two deaths, Tasmanian coroner finds
A Tasmanian coroner has determined that Dr. David Jackson's prescribing practices contributed to the deaths of two patients, Nicholas Wood and Matthew Winwood. The coroner described Jackson's actions as 'grossly irresponsible' and highlighted a pattern of dangerous prescribing over many years. Despite a criminal investigation, Jackson was not charged due to insufficient evidence for manslaughter.
- ▪Coroner Olivia McTaggart found Dr. David Jackson's prescribing played a direct role in the deaths of Nicholas Wood and Matthew Winwood.
- ▪Jackson prescribed methadone and benzodiazepines to drug-dependent patients without proper verification.
- ▪The coroner made 10 recommendations for reform in Tasmania's health department regarding prescriber breaches.
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Coroner Olivia McTaggart found Dr David Jackson’s actions played a role in the deaths of Nicholas Wood and Matthew Winwood. Photograph: Thomas Faull/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenCoroner Olivia McTaggart found Dr David Jackson’s actions played a role in the deaths of Nicholas Wood and Matthew Winwood. Photograph: Thomas Faull/Getty ImagesTasmaniaDoctor’s ‘grossly irresponsible prescribing’ played direct role in two deaths, Tasmanian coroner findsDr David Jackson gave ‘effectively an unlimited supply for a drug binge’ to one addict, inquest finds Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Australian Associated PressFri 5 Jun 2026 23.41 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA former medical practitioner who was the subject of multiple red flags played a direct role in…
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