By The Canadian Press

Edmonton

Family of boxer killed in fight files lawsuit against City of Edmonton

Jun 7, 2019 | 4:33 PM

EDMONTON – A lawsuit has been filed against the City of Edmonton by the family of a man who died after a boxing match nearly two years ago.

Tim Hague, a 34-year old father and teacher, died in June 2017 after getting knocked out in a boxing match.

A statement of claim was filed Friday in the Court of Queen’s Bench against the city, the Edmonton Combative Sports Commission and several people involved in the event.

The claim alleges Hague’s death was caused by gross negligence.

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A report into his death has recommended the city improve fighter safety and oversight.

It said some Edmonton Sports Combative Commission rules were not followed before the event, including medical information on the fighters not being provided to physicians.