The BC Coroners Service has scheduled a public inquest into the death of Elliot Cleveland Eurchuk, beginning June 17, 2019, at 9:30 a.m. at the University of Victoria (Dispute Resolution Room, Fraser Building).

Eurchuk, 16, died on April 20, 2018, after being found unresponsive on his bed at his family's home.

This inquest has been called to review the circumstances of Eurchuk’s death and to explore whether there are opportunities for a jury to make recommendations that may prevent deaths in similar circumstances. An inquest into Eurchuk’s death has been scheduled per Section 18(3) of the Coroners Act, as the public has an interest in being informed of the circumstances surrounding his death.

An inquest is a formal process that allows for public presentation of evidence relating to a death. For more information on inquests, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/death/coroners-service/inquest-schedule-jury-findings-verdicts

Presiding coroner Michael Egilson and a jury will hear evidence from witnesses under oath to determine the facts surrounding this death. A jury must not make any finding of legal responsibility or express any conclusion of law.

The BC Coroners Service looks to gather the facts surrounding why a death took place. It is not a fault-finding agency. It provides an independent service to the family, community, government agencies and other organizations.

Learn More:

BC Coroners Service: http://www.gov.bc.ca/coroners/

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