John Roberts died in hospital on December 15, 2016 while in police custody for impaired driving, resulting in a mandatory inquest under the Coroners Act.
The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Roberts’ death.
It is expected to last two days and will include approximately three witnesses.
A jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing similar deaths.
The inquest will begin at 9 am on Monday, November 26th at the North Bay Courthouse on 360 Plouffee Street.
Dr. Steven Bodley will preside as inquest coroner and Russ Wood will be counsel to the coroner.
CTV Northern Ontario’s Eric Taschner will follow the story and provide details as they unfold.
