Miguel Bailon died while working on a construction site in August, 2013
The Regional Supervising Coroner for Central Region, Toronto East Office, Dr. Jennifer M. Dmetrichuk, has announced the scheduled date for the inquest into the death of Miguel Bailon, 50, who tragically passed away on August 24, 2013, due to injuries sustained while working at a construction site in North York.
The inquest, mandated under the Coroners Act, aims to thoroughly examine the circumstances surrounding Mr. Bailon's untimely demise and may propose recommendations to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Expected to last three days, the inquest will involve testimonies from approximately five witnesses who will provide valuable insights into the events leading to Mr. Bailon's fatal accident.
Scheduled to commence at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, the inquest will be presided over by Dr. John Carlisle, with Kristin Smith serving as inquest counsel.
As a measure to ensure accessibility, the proceedings will be conducted via video conference. Members of the public interested in observing the inquest live can tune in here.
Inquests serve as essential fact-finding inquiries in cases of unexpected or unnatural deaths. It is critical for safety leaders to be present for the families of the deceased during these difficult times.
For more comprehensive information on the purpose and process of inquests, interested parties can refer to the official page:
