An inquest into the death of a local man has been announced by the coroner.
The Regional Supervising Coroner has announced that an inquest will be held into the death of Thomas Humphrey, who was 35 at the time of his death.
Humphrey, of Delaware Nation at Moraviantown heritage, died in hospital on August 6, 2019, following an interaction with officers from the Chatham-Kent Police Service. An inquest into his death is mandatory under the Coroners Act.
The regional coroner said the inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Humphrey’s death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing further deaths.
Further details regarding the inquest, including the date and venue, will be announced at a later date.
Humphrey was born in Chatham, according to his obituary.