Inquest into the Death of Justin Fiddler Announced

Press Release

March 16, 2026

Dr. Kevin Miller, Regional Supervising Coroner, North Region, Thunder Bay Office, has announced that an inquest will be held into the death of Justin Fiddler.

Mr. Fiddler, 18 years old, died in hospital in Thunder Bay on June 18, 2019, after sustaining injuries while in custody at the Ge-Da-Gi-Binez Youth Centre in Fort Frances.

The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Mr. Fiddler’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.

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Stephanie Rea
Coroner’s Office
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