Coroner issues warning after Whakatāne teenager dies from butane inhalation

Friday 7 November 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 7 Nov 2025, 5:00am

A coronial inquest has investigated the February 2022 death of 14-year-old Faith Wignall in Whakatāne. The teenager died after inhaling butane gas with a friend. The coroner has urged increased awareness following the accidental death.

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1. NZ HeraldFri 7 Nov 2025, 5:00am

   Coroner urges awareness after Whakatāne teen’s accidental death from ‘huffing’ toxic butane (opens in new tab)

2. RNZFri 7 Nov 2025, 5:00am

   Teen's huffing death tragic, but not unique - coroner (opens in new tab)

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