Inquest verdict to be released into Ontario man’s death at mental health facility

TORONTO – A verdict is expected today from a provincial inquest looking into the death of a 22-year-old Ontario man who died at a maximum security mental health facility five years ago.

Kulmiye Aganeh died on March 14, 2009 at the Waypoint Centre for mental health care in Penetanguishene.

The autopsy report revealed he suffered a sudden cardiac death due to toxicity of the antipsychotic drug Olanzapine that was administered by the facility staff.

The family believes his death was suspicious, however the facility disputes that claim.

The inquest was tasked to examine the events surrounding Aganeh’s death and a jury is expected to make recommendations to avoid similar deaths.

Under the Coroner’s Act, an inquest is mandatory when someone dies in custody.

With a file from The Canadian Press