Coroner who investigated Amy Winehouse’s death resigned in November, new investigation possible

Suzanne Greenaway, the London coroner who performed the inquest into the death of soul singer Amy Winehouse, resigned from her position back in November after authorities began questioning her qualifications. However, her resignation was not made public until Wednesday.

According to The Associated Press, Winehouse’s family is still trying to understand what Greenaway’s resignation means and are currently seeking legal advice. A new investigation into Winehouse’s death might be needed. In October, Greenaway ruled that Winehouse’s death was caused by accidental alcohol poisoning.

Greenaway had held her position as deputy coroner since 2009, when her husband, Andrew Reid, appointed her. However, it was later discovered that she was not a registered UK lawyer for at least five years, a requirement for her position.

The Sun reports that Reid issued a statement, admitting his error. "In November it became apparent I'd made an error in the appointment process. While I am confident that all of the inquests handled were done so correctly, I apologize if this matter causes distress,” he said.

The local authority, the Camden Council, made the announcement, confirming the resignation and acknowledged that Reid appointed her “in error,” according to The BBC. The UK’s The Office for Judicial Complaints will investigate any wrongdoing on Reid’s part.

"The Winehouse family is taking advice on the implications of this and will decide if any further discussion with the authorities is needed,” Winehouse’s family said in a statement.

Winehouse was found dead in her London home in July. The Back to Black singer was just 27 years-old.