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A second inmate at Stony Mountain Institution, located north of Winnipeg, has died within a week, according to the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC).
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Shane Kruchak, 50, passed away on Thursday, as confirmed by a CSC news release on Friday. Kruchak had been serving a sentence of two years, six months, and 18 days, which began on Dec. 4, 2024. Details about his conviction and the cause of his death were not disclosed.
Earlier this week, Michael McKay, 54, also died in custody. McKay had been serving a six-year, one-month, and 11-day sentence that started on Dec.10, 2020.
The CSC stated that, following standard procedure, the circumstances surrounding Kruchak’s death will be reviewed. Police and the coroner’s office have been notified and will be involved in the investigation.
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