Inquest into the Death of Colin Pyne
The inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026. Murray Segal will be the presiding officer and Grace Alcaide Janicas will be the inquest counsel.
Mr. Pyne, 26 years old, died on August 17, 2021, while in custody at the Central North Correctional Centre in Penetanguishene. An inquest into his death is mandatory under the Coroners Act.
The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Mr. Pyne’s death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing further deaths.
The inquest is expected to last eight days and hear from approximately 16 witnesses.
Inquest Concluded
This inquest has concluded. The verdict and recommendations will be made available on the Coroner’s inquests verdicts and recommendations page.
This inquest has concluded
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