Report Reveals Details of Assault Leading to Death of B.C. Serial Killer Robert Pickton

An investigation report discloses that Robert Pickton, a B.C. serial killer, was fatally assaulted by another inmate using a broom handle. The incident occurred during medication distribution at Quebec’s Port-Cartier Institution in May 2024. Pickton was airlifted to a Quebec City facility but succumbed to his injuries on May 31, 2024.

Jul 7, 2025 - 11:16
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Report Reveals Details of Assault Leading to Death of B.C. Serial Killer Robert Pickton

An investigation report revealed that B.C. serial killer Robert Pickton was assaulted by a fellow inmate who thrust a broken broom handle into his face at Quebec’s Port-Cartier Institution on May 19, 2024. Despite quick intervention by guards, Pickton sustained critical injuries and later died on May 31, 2024. The report highlighted the inmates' access to cleaning tools and recommended increased security measures to prevent similar incidents.

At the time of the assault, Pickton, 74, was serving a life sentence for multiple murders. Following his death, issues arose regarding contacting the correct family member. The report made recommendations for enhancing security within the prison to avoid future security breaches.

No criminal charges had been filed, and the investigation was commended for its professionalism and thoroughness.

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