Inquest into the Death of Krystle Catherwood Announced

Dr. Karen Schiff, Regional Supervising Coroner, Hamilton Region, Hamilton Office, has announced that an inquest will be held into the death of Krystle Catherwood.

Ms. Catherwood, 35 years old, died on April 12, 2019, in the Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre. An inquest into her death is mandatory under the Coroners Act.

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

Further details regarding the inquest, including the date and venue, will be provided at a later date.

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