Date Announced for the Inquest into the Death of Evan Freeman

Dr. Armita Rahmani, Regional Supervising Coroner, East Region, Kingston Office, has announced that an inquest will be held into the death of Evan Freeman. The inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, November 16, 2026. Dr. David Eden will be the presiding officer, Kristin Smith and Courtney Barnes will be the inquest counsel.

Mr. Freeman, 22 years old, died on September 12, 2019, following an interaction with officers from Kingston 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. Freeman’s death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing further deaths.

The inquest is expected to last ten days and hear from approximately ten 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-evan-freeman/

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