Tanis Gornall

The accused was charged with sexual assault and sexual exploitation involving a young person with whom he lived.

The court assessed the credibility of the complainant and the accused, noting significant inconsistencies in the complainant's statements to police and during testimony, as well as a potential motive to fabricate.

While DNA evidence of the accused's semen was found on the complainant's underwear, expert testimony could not rule out transference from other clothing in a communal laundry basket.

The court found the accused's testimony to be tailored to minimize his authority and contact with the complainant, but ultimately concluded that the evidence, when considered holistically, left a reasonable doubt on both charges.

The accused was found not guilty.

The accused was charged with second degree murder following the shooting death of his wife in their home.

The accused claimed that unknown female intruders broke in, pistol-whipped him, and shot his wife.

The Crown relied on circumstantial evidence, including gunshot residue on the accused's hands, his DNA on the murder weapon and ammunition, and the lack of physical evidence supporting a home invasion or struggle.

The court rejected the accused's exculpatory statements as unbelievable and found the circumstantial evidence overwhelmingly proved beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused shot his wife.

The accused was found guilty of second degree murder.