The judge presiding over Friday’s proceedings had to quiet the court several times, at one point even saying she was “distracted by all the smirking” from some of the accused.
One of the eight suspects charged wasFour of the seven teen suspects now have dates set for the defence to present evidence next week, one each day from January 24 to 27.
Justice Maria Sirivar presided over Friday’s proceedings as the teen girls were led into the courtroom in handcuffs and jumpsuits or large uniformed sweaters. Sirivar had to quiet the court several times, at one point even saying she was “distracted by all the smirking” from some of the accused. Overflow rooms were set up around the courthouse to accommodate the several families who wished to attend Friday’s appearance.
Lee was killed on Dec. 18, at approximately 12:17 a.m. in the area of York Street and University Avenue.While the details surrounding the attack itself are still unclear, witnesses told CTV News Toronto last month the incident may have been sparked by aNone of the accused can be named under the terms of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.“flaws” in the youth criminal justice system“For serious crimes, these perpetrators should not have any privacy rights or bail,” the statement read.
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