News ReleaseMinistry of the Solicitor GeneralPublished: July 20, 2026

Inquest into Raymond Alliman’s 2017 death scheduled for Aug. 10, 2026

A mandatory coroner’s inquest into Mr. Alliman’s death after an Ottawa Police interaction will start by videoconference on Aug. 10, 2026.

Published
July 20, 2026
Source
Ministry of the Solicitor General
Release type
News Release
External ID
1007774

Summary

What: A mandatory coroner’s inquest into the death of Raymond Alliman, who died on June 3, 2017 after an interaction with officers from the Ottawa Police Service.

When and where: Starts at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026. The inquest will be conducted by videoconference and is expected to last six days.

Who: Presiding officer Bonnie Goldberg; inquest counsel Robert Kozak; the inquest is ordered under the Coroners Act.

By the numbers:

  • Expected length: 6 days
  • Witnesses: about 7

Why it matters: The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing further deaths following similar incidents.

Watch: The public can view the proceedings live at the link provided in the release: https://firstclassfacilitation.ca/office-of-the-chief-coroner/inquest-into-the-death-of-raymond-alliman/

Source: Ministry of the Solicitor General news release.

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