Death of an inmate from Bath Institution

News release

February 16, 2026 – Bath, Ontario – Correctional Service Canada

On February 14, 2026, Thomas Reid, an inmate from Bath Institution, died while in our custody.

At the time of death, the inmate was 70 years old and had been serving a 4 year, 4 month, 11 day sentence since November 25, 2024.  

The inmate’s next of kin have been notified.

As in all cases involving the death of an inmate, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) will review the circumstances. CSC policy requires that the police and the coroner be notified.

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Mike Shrider
Regional Communications Manager
Regional Headquarters, Ontario
GEN-ONT-MEDIA@csc-scc.gc.ca
613-530-6941

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