P.E.I. coroner's office investigating 55-year-old man's death in Charlottetown park
Prince Edward Island's coroner's office is investigating a recent death at Joseph A. Ghiz Memorial Park in Charlottetown.
Police confirm they responded to a call about a medical emergency near a parking lot off Grafton Street at about 5:30 p.m. on June 4, involving a 55-year-old man from western P.E.I.
"An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the incident. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time, and we hope the investigation will bring clarity and closure soon," Charlottetown Police Services said in an email to CBC News.
A coroner's investigation happens when a death is sudden or suspicious, or when the cause of death is unknown.
In some cases, it can lead to an inquest. For example, an inquest into a death may be called if the coroner has more questions about what happened or thinks the details of what happened should be aired in the public interest.
An inquest also provides an avenue for recommendations to be made as to how similar deaths can be prevented in the future.
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