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Lloyd Jones

Coroner's vow to bereaved family after death in custody

A young Indigenous man's death in custody sparked national outrage and protests. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

The family of a young Indigenous man who died in police custody have been told an inquest will aim to uncover the truth after they lashed out over investigation delays.

Coroner Elisabeth Armitage made the assurance after Kumanjayi White's family vented their frustration, flagging a protest rally targeting the "racist" Northern Territory government.

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