this month.

The Royal Gazette understands that three days have been set aside to look into the circumstances of his death.

Michael Burgess, 38, of Rosemont Avenue, Pembroke, died on May 27, 1996, after being seen banging his head against walls and railings in Front Street and Par-La-Ville Road. It is thought he suffered a cardiac arrest.

At the time, Police faced possible legal action following suspicions they bungled over his death.

There were reports Mr. Burgess, a self-employed steel erector, was unmarked when Police found him -- in contrast to his condition after being held by officers before his death.

And for his family a key question was raised which was what happened to Mr.

Burgess at the Hamilton Police Station before he was taken to hospital.

Police Commissioner Colin Coxall later revealed that crack cocaine was found in Mr. Burgess' body and said a full investigation would be conducted.

The results of the inquiry -- spearheaded by a senior officer -- would be made public and handed to the coroner, he said.

Now the inquest has been set down for the September 24, 25, 26 and it is expected that all issues and circumstances surrounding Mr. Burgess' death will be examined.