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NEWS RELEASE
New Date Announced for Inquest into the Death of Beau Aaron Baker
February 22, 2023
Dr. Karen Schiff, Regional Supervising Coroner for West Region, Hamilton Office, has announced a new date for the inquest into the death of Beau Aaron Baker.
Mr. Baker, 20, died in hospital on April 2, 2015, from injuries sustained when he was shot by an officer of the Waterloo Regional Police Service. An inquest into his death is mandatory under the Coroners Act.
The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Mr. Baker’s death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing future deaths from occurring in similar circumstances.
The inquest is expected to last two weeks and hear from approximately 16 witnesses.
The inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, March 20, 2023. Dr. David Eden will be the presiding officer and Julian Roy will be inquest counsel.
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.
Media Contacts
Dr. Karen Schiff
Regional Supervising Coroner, West Region, Hamilton Office
905-546-8200