Child abuse case nearing resolution
-
Share on Facebook
-
Share on Bluesky
-
Share on X
- Copy Link
LETHBRIDGE – A resolution could come as early as next month, for a 32-year-old Lethbridge man accused of child abuse.
During a brief court appearance Friday morning, Feb. 2, the lawyer representing the accused – who cannot be named to protect the identity of the two-year-old child – asked for an adjournment to Mar. 2. Defence counsel, Vincent Guinan, explained that they are currently reviewing case law, and acknowledged the delay is at their request, waiving their Jordan rights, which ensure a case proceeds within a reasonable amount of time.
Guinan also confirmed a statement from the Crown prosecutor during a past court appearance, in which he said the two sides are close to resolving the matter.
The man faces charges of assault causing bodily harm and failing to provide the necessaries of life.
