“Trial Turmoil: Judge Takes Charge in Hockey Canada Sexual Assault Case After Juror Complaints and Outside Interference”
LONDON, Ontario — A closely watched sexual assault trial involving five former members of Canada’s 2018 World Junior hockey team has shifted to a judge-only format following serious allegations against defense attorneys that prompted the dismissal of a jury. The decision, made by Justice Maria Carroccia, follows a turbulent few weeks in a case that has attracted significant public attention and been marred by incidents both inside and outside the courtroom. The players — Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dubé, and Cal Foote — are accused of sexually assaulting a 20-year-old woman in … Read more