Liam Ashley Death Investigation Progressing
Thursday, 19 October 2006, 2:17 pm
Press Release: Department Of Corrections
Investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death
of Liam Ashley is progressing well
Attribute to
Corrections Chief Executive Barry Matthews
The Department
can confirm that the investigation into the circumstances
surrounding the death of Liam Ashley is progressing well.
However, its completion has been delayed due to the
complexity of the issues to be addressed and the amount of
evidence that the investigator must collate and
consider.
Once the report is complete, the Department will
need time to consider any recommendations. The Police and
the Coroner will then determine when the report can be made
publicly available, as the matter is subject to Court
proceedings.
ENDS
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