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Coroner Blames Hogtie in Cruz Death | Winnipeg News
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A coroner’s report reveals that Abisay Cruz, 29, died from a combination of hogtie restraint, cocaine intoxication, and positional asphyxia — sparking outrage after footage surfaced from his fatal police encounter in Montreal. His death, alongside another within 12 hours, ignited protests and deepened public distrust. The report criticizes the lack of intervention by a sergeant, the officers’ use of a banned technique, and EMS delays — while prosecutors declined charges. The coroner now urges Montreal police to ban hogties, mandate naloxone kits, and enforce body cameras for crisis responses.
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