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Suicide Ruling in Ellen Greenberg Case Sparks Outrage

10/14/2025

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The Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office upheld its suicide ruling in Ellen Greenberg's 2011 death, despite evidence of 23 stab wounds and 31 bruises.
Chief Medical Examiner Lindsay Simon indicated that Greenberg might have self-inflicted the injuries due to anxiety and medication changes.
This ruling contradicts five of seven expert reports that suggested homicide.
The Greenbergs expressed disappointment over the investigation's perceived flaws and lack of accountability.
Their attorney criticized Simon for relying on prior reports without new examinations, questioning the findings' integrity.

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The Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office upheld its suicide ruling in Ellen Greenberg's 2011 death, despite evidence of 23 stab wounds and 31 bruises.
Chief Medical Examiner Lindsay Simon indicated that Greenberg might have self-inflicted the injuries due to anxiety and medication changes.
This ruling contradicts five of seven expert reports that suggested homicide.
The Greenbergs expressed disappointment over the investigation's perceived flaws and lack of accountability.
Their attorney criticized Simon for relying on prior reports without new examinations, questioning the findings' integrity.