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custody_death · 2023-Q2
A man residing in Trois-Pistoles died from a hemorrhagic shock following a high digestive hemorrhage in a long-term care facility. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about the prescription of gastro-protective medications for the elderly in institutions.
custody_death · 2023-Q4
A woman died by self-inflicted asphyxiation in a detention facility in Laval. She was in disciplinary confinement at the time of death and was found unresponsive in her cell by an officer. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about the frequency and rigor of surveillance rounds and the evaluation of suicidal risk after court appearances.
custody_death · 2023-Q4
Un homme est décédé à Montréal des suites d’une chute accidentelle de plusieurs étages dans une cage d’escalier extérieure après une hospitalisation pour une chirurgie. La coordination post-hospitalisation et les protocoles de sécurité dans les refuges pour personnes vulnérables sont remis en question.
custody_death · 2022-Q1
A firefighter died in a fire at a farm in the Saint-Edmond-les-Plaines region, due to mechanical asphyxiation caused by a structural collapse. The coroner's report highlights the need for a centralized structure to analyze and promote best practices in fire prevention and intervention.
custody_injury · 2022-Q2
A man died from a polytraumatism caused by an involuntary fall from the tenth floor of a burning building in Gatineau. The fire, of accidental origin, was caused by an electrical short circuit linked to a poorly installed extension cord in his apartment.
custody_death · 2024-Q4
A woman died from septic shock secondary to a pleural empyema in Montréal after undergoing cardiac surgery. Despite clinical signs of infection during post-operative follow-ups, no complementary examination was performed.
custody_death · 2023-Q2
vehicle_death · 2024-Q3
A man died from a head and neck trauma after being ejected from an all-terrain vehicle in Salluit, Nunavik. He was not wearing a helmet or seatbelt and had a blood alcohol level above the legal limit.
custody_death · 2022-Q1
A man and his two children died in an explosion at their home in Saguenay. The father, who was in psychological distress, intentionally caused the explosion using explosives stolen from his workplace in the mining industry.
custody_death · 2023-Q4
A man died by asphyxiation in a Montreal detention center a few days after his admission, following an arrest in a context of personal difficulties and alcohol use. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about the evaluation of suicidal risk in a carceral setting.
custody_death · 2024-Q1
A woman died from complications due to a prolonged cardiorespiratory arrest in Gatineau. The circumstances surrounding her death raise questions about the surveillance of people in police custody and the need to adapt practices to prevent health-related risks.
custody_death · 2024-Q3
A man died from complications related to obstruction of the airways by foreign bodies in a residence with support in Kahnawake. The staff were unable to assist him before the arrival of the first responders.
custody_injury · 2024-Q1
A man residing in a long-term care facility in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures died from complications related to a hip fracture after a fall from his bed. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about the management of refusals of care and the surveillance of users at risk of falls.
custody_death · 2023-Q4
A man died by asphyxiation at the Victoriaville courthouse. The circumstances surrounding the death raise concerns about cell security, camera blind spots, and the effectiveness of surveillance measures.
custody_death · 2025-Q3
A woman died from complications after a hip fracture at a long-term care facility in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures. The coroner's investigation raised concerns about the continuity of medical care and documentation in long-term care facilities.
custody_injury · 2023-Q2
A man died after a hip fracture from a fall in a CHSLD at Saint-Lin-Laurentides. He was taken to the hospital, but the exams did not detect the fracture and he was returned to the CHSLD without receiving proper care.
custody_death · 2024-Q1
A man died from respiratory failure caused by obstruction of his airways with food at a community housing facility in Sainte-Angèle-de-Prémont. The circumstances surrounding the death raise questions about the preparation of staff for medical emergencies in community housing resources.
custody_injury · 2023-Q3
A man died after a fall in a Saint-Eustache care facility, prompting recommendations for improved transfer procedures, fall prevention, medication management, and family communication.
suicide · 2025-Q1
custody_death · 2024-Q3
A woman died from a malignant cardiac arrhythmia due to severe malnutrition and a high concentration of methadone, combined with other medications, at her home in Blainville. She had mental health issues that led to significant weight loss and progressive isolation.