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An Ontario bar is facing a licence suspension after allegedly overserving a patron, which led to their death.

Yesterday, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) issued a Notice of Proposal towards the bar My Friends Place in Woodstock, ON.

The proposal — a 60-day liquor licence suspension — was issued following an investigation connected to the death of a patron, which occured on Oct. 6, 2024.

According to the AGCO, at the time of the incident, a patron was allegedly overserved alcohol after appearing visibly intoxicated.

This behaviour was also coupled with the licensee permitting intoxication on their premises — both infractions under Ontario’s Liquor Licence and Control Act.

AGCO representatives further allege that after the over-service took place, the patron then fell outside the bar and struck his head.

He was then rushed to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

“Ontario’s liquor laws are specifically …

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