In a historic decision in this
province, a judge in Saint John has overturned a coroner's decision that Horizon
Health does not have standing in the upcoming inquest into Serena Perry's
death.
With this move, Horizon can now call witnesses and cross examine
witnesses in the inquest that is set to begin on March 17th--although Horizon's
lawyer, John Barry, predicts it could take considerably longer than the 2 weeks
that have been set aside.
It's also unclear whether the suspect in her
death, who the court understands now lives in Alberta, will be called as a
witness unless he decides to come willingly. Perry died at the Regional two
years ago and criminal charges were never laid in her death.
Another
hearing in this matter is set for March 10th.
Serena's mother Rose Perry was in
court today.