Now, Coroner Bruce Hesketh has found the young man took his own life in a Christchurch park on October 2, 2017. In findings released today the coroner has made recommendations that have been implemented following a review of mental health services. Geoffrey Booth gave evidence at the 2022 inquest into the death of his son, Liam Booth. “I am satisfied the three recommendations have been adequately addressed by Health New Zealand Canterbury,” the coroner said. Coroner Hesketh acknowledged there had been improvements in specialist mental health services processes and procedures following the review.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 01, 2026 16:15 UTC