News ReleaseMinistry of the Solicitor GeneralSeptember 2, 2026
Inquest into Arian Pristine’s 2020 death set for Sept. 14, 2026
A five-day coroner’s inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 14, 2026 by video conference; the public can watch the proceedings online.
Summary
What is happening
- A coroner’s inquest into the death of Arian Pristine (age 35) will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 14, 2026.
- The death occurred on June 8, 2020 following an interaction with York Regional Police.
Key details
- Presiding officer: Dr. Ronald Goldstein.
- Inquest counsel: Roger Shallow.
- Expected length: five days; about five witnesses.
- The inquest is mandatory under the Coroners Act and a jury may make recommendations to prevent further deaths.
- Proceedings will be conducted by video conference and can be viewed live at: https://firstclassfacilitation.ca/office-of-the-chief-coroner/inquest-into-the-death-of-arian-pristine/
Why it matters
- The inquest will examine the circumstances of Mr. Pristine’s death and can produce recommendations aimed at reducing similar deaths in future.
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Source: Ontario Newsroom