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custody_death · 2025-Q1
A woman died from an aortic dissection after being discharged from the emergency room with undiagnosed retrosternal pain. The coroner's report highlights issues with clinical vigilance and evaluation of atypical thoracic symptoms in the presence of underlying risk factors.
custody_death · 2025-Q3
A woman died by asphyxiation in a intermediate resource in Saint-Félicien, prompting recommendations for improved surveillance and management of residents at risk of suicide.
custody_death · 2023-Q3
A man died by self-inflicted injuries in a fire station in Lorrainville, due to psychological distress and physical exhaustion, exacerbated by professional and personal difficulties. Despite efforts to get help, the man was unable to access regular follow-up with a social worker and psychologist.
custody_death · 2025-Q2
A woman died from acute respiratory failure after surgery in Montréal due to a combination of health issues, including severe obesity, probable sleep apnea, and atherosclerotic coronary artery disease. The circumstances surrounding her death raise questions about perioperative surveillance, risk management for sleep apnea, and the adequacy of specialized clinic care protocols.
custody_death · 2024-Q4
A woman with a major neurocognitive disorder and complete loss of autonomy died by asphyxiation in a Joliette shelter. The circumstances surrounding her death raise questions about the frequency of surveillance and clinical documentation in the shelter.
custody_injury · 2024-Q3
A woman died from medical complications after a fall at her home in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, which led to a hip fracture, surgery, and subsequent development of post-operative delirium, treated with calmants, resulting in aspiration pneumonia and a prolonged cardiorespiratory arrest.
custody_injury · 2025-Q4
A woman with severe neurocognitive disorder and prolonged immobility died from complications of an advanced-stage pressure sore at a residence in Pointe-Claire.
custody_death · 2024-Q2
A newborn died from an intra-amniotic infection (chorioamnionite) at Châteauguay after the mother was admitted to the hospital with a known streptococcal B infection and prolonged labor. The coroner's office is recommending a review of the medical care provided.
custody_death · 2024-Q1
A woman with intellectual disability, cerebral hypoplasia, severe epilepsy, and hypertension died suddenly in Saguenay. The coroner's report raises questions about clinical surveillance of vulnerable individuals in intermediate resources after an epileptic episode.
vehicle_death · 2024-Q1
A man died from a severe head injury after a snowmobile accident in Hébertville-Station. He was driving at high speed at night with a blood alcohol level almost three times the legal limit.
custody_death · 2025-Q2
A man died of a malignant cardiac arrhythmia at Saguenay, with questions raised about the consistency of diagnostic follow-up and clinical management during his recent hospitalization.
vehicle_death · 2025-Q1
A man died after being ejected from a minivan that crashed on Highway 40 in Vaudreuil-Dorion. He was not wearing a seatbelt and the vehicle was traveling at excessive speed on a slippery road.
custody_injury · 2025-Q1
A person died from cerebral anoxia after a food choking incident at home in Quebec, raising questions about the adequate application of the prehospital protocol.
custody_death · 2025-Q4
A man died of sudden cardiac death a few hours after a medical consultation and taking analgesics at his home in La Corne. He had presented with liver cirrhosis, recent deterioration, and atherosclerotic coronary disease associated with a congenital myocardial bridge. The circumstances surrounding the death raise issues regarding clinical evaluation and emergency care.
custody_death · 2024-Q4
A man died from a polyintoxication involving methamphetamine, cocaine, and fluorofentanyl in Montreal. The circumstances surrounding the death raise concerns about overdose prevention.
custody_death · 2023-Q4
Un homme est décédé à Québec à la suite d’une pneumonie aiguë survenue dans un contexte de maladie pulmonaire obstructive chronique et d’antécédents de maladie coronarienne. Des délais prolongés ont été constatés malgré plusieurs appels au 911.
vehicle_death · 2025-Q3
A man died of severe traumatic brain injury after losing control of his motorcycle and leaving the road in Saint-Hyacinthe. He had consumed a significant quantity of alcohol prior to driving, with a blood alcohol level well above the legal limit, and was not wearing his helmet properly. The coroner issued a recommendation calling for intensified coordinated police operations targeting impaired driving enforcement.
custody_injury · 2024-Q4
A woman died from medical complications after a probable fall at a residence for people with loss of autonomy in Kirkland. The death raises concerns about the lack of incident or accident reporting, which is mandatory.
vehicle_death · 2025-Q3
A man died from a head injury after losing control of his vehicle during a prolonged acceleration on a closed racing track in Saint-Pie. The circumstances surrounding the death raise concerns about the understanding of safety instructions, signage, and maintenance of the deceleration area.
custody_death · 2023-Q4
A man died from a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm in a hospital in Trois-Rivières. He had been hospitalized for abdominal pain and respiratory difficulties, and had a complex medical history. The circumstances surrounding his death raise questions about the recognition of warning signs during medical investigations.