Date Announced for the Inquest into the Death of Arian Pristine

Dr. Joel Kirsh, Regional Supervising Coroner, Central Region, Central East Office, announced today that a date has been scheduled for the inquest into the death of Arian Pristine. The inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, September 14, 2026. Dr. Ronald Goldstein will be the presiding officer and Roger Shallow will be the inquest counsel.

Mr. Pristine, 35 years old, died on June 8, 2020, following an interaction with officers from the York Regional Police that occurred on the same day. An inquest into his death is mandatory under the Coroners Act.

The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Mr. Pristine’s death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing further deaths.

The inquest is expected to last five days and hear from approximately five witnesses.

The inquest will be conducted by video conference. Members of the public who wish to view the proceedings can do so live at the link provided below.

https://firstclassfacilitation.ca/office-of-the-chief-coroner/inquest-into-the-death-of-arian-pristine/

For more information about inquests, see: https://www.ontario.ca/page/coroners-inquests.