Death of an inmate at Matsqui Institution

News Release

August 23, 2017 – Abbotsford, British Columbia – Correctional Service Canada

On August 21, 2017, Shawn Lindstrom, an inmate from Matsqui Institution died while in our custody.

At the time of his death, Mr. Lindstrom, 39 years old, had been serving a sentence of 2 years for possession of property obtained by crime and motor vehicle theft since October 26, 2016.

The inmate’s next of kin have been notified of his death.

As in all cases involving the death of an inmate, the police and the coroner have been notified, and Correctional Service Canada will review the circumstances of the incident.

 

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Contacts

Heather Kelly
A/Assistant Warden Management Services
Matsqui Institution
604-850-8205

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