[goldstategop]

Orthodox Jews oppose an autopsy where no discernable benefit can be derived from it. There must be respect for the dead and the body must not be mutilated or damaged in any way and given a prompt burial.

"Show me just what Mohammed brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman, such as his command to spread by the sword the faith he preached." - Manuel II Palelologus

[BlackVeil]

Orthodox Jews oppose an autopsy where no discernable benefit can be derived from it.

This is true. But the religious law allows for an autopsy in cases of necessity - and in this case, it will be almost impossible to prosectute her killer, if ever a case comes to trial. The defense will have a field day - nothing but an MRI report to indicate strangulation.

[Rudder]

I guess embalming is out of the question then?