Signs displayed outside the Lethbridge courthouse as the trial for four men accused in connection with the Coutts border blockade in 2022 was set to begin on Monday, June 12, 2023. (Photo: LNN)

By LNN Staff

Protest held outside Lethbridge courthouse in connection with Coutts border blockade case

Jun 12, 2023 | 3:17 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – Supporters of four men facing charges in connection with the Coutts border blockade in early 2022 were outside the Lethbridge Provincial Courthouse on Monday, June 12, 2023.

Chris Lysak, Chris Carbert, Jerry Morin, and Anthony Olienick face charges including conspiracy to commit murder. A trial for the four men was set to begin on Monday.

READ MORE: Trial set in 2023 for men accused of conspiracy to murder at Coutts blockade

Supporters gathered outside the Lethbridge courthouse on Monday, June 12, 2023. (Photo: LNN)

Members of the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) and Alberta Sheriffs were present to maintain order, and there were some road closures in effect around the courthouse.

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