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Inquest announced in death of Catherine Shirley Gillis

December 7, 2016
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Chief Coroner Dr. Desmond Colohan announced that an inquest will be held in the death of Catherine Shirley Gillis.

 

Ms. Gillis, 69, died by suicide at Hillsborough Hospital on February 14, 2010.

 

The inquest will examine the events surrounding Ms. Gillis’ death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing similar deaths.

 

Dr. Roy Montgomery will hear the inquest, which is anticipated for fall 2017.

 

More information on the inquest process, visit About Inquests 

Media contact:

Katie MacDonald

Department of Justice and Public Safety

902-314-3996

katiemacdonald@gov.pe.ca

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