The regional coroner has set a date for an inquest into the death of a man killed at an Oro-Medonte quarry four years ago
Michael Pridham, a 35-year-old father of two, died in hospital on Dec. 21, 2018, from injuries sustained while working at a work site north of Barrie.
At the time of the incident, a Ministry of Labour spokesperson said Pridham suffered fatal injuries while dismantling a stone/gravel impact crusher.
An inquest into his death is mandatory under the Coroners Act.
Dr. Kenneth Peckham, the regional supervising coroner for Central Region's Central West Office, announced Thursday that the inquest will start at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023, at the Four Points Sheraton, located in Barrie at 60 Bryne Dr.
Dr. Geoffrey Bond will be the presiding officer and Jennifer Armenise will be inquest counsel.
The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Pridham’s death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing future deaths in similar circumstances.
The inquest is expected to last three days and hear from approximately seven witnesses.
