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Crown appeals acquittal in Cindy Gladue murder case

Crown prosecutors have filed an appeal in the Cindy Gladue murder case that states serious enough errors were made in the jury instructions to warrant a new trial.

Hundreds gather to protest verdict in Cindy Gladue murder trial

Outrage and concern rippled across the country Thursday as hundreds gathered to protest an Edmonton court case that has become a flashpoint for anger about violence against indigenous women in Canada.

Rally decries not guilty verdict in Cindy Gladue murder trial

More than 100 people rallying at Saskatoon City Hall applauded the announcement that Alberta prosecutors are appealing the acquittal of an Ontario trucker charged with murder.

Dino Bottos speaks to Anna Maria Tremonti Regarding Brad Barton’s Defence

Brad Barton's defence lawyer, Dino Bottos, says justice was absolutely served in this case.

Fatal wound could have resulted from sex act, Edmonton jury told

A forensic pathologist told a jury Tuesday that the fatal wound to Cindy Gladue could have been caused during sexual activity.

Bradley Barton found not guilty in death of Cindy Gladue

A jury found Bradley Barton not guilty Wednesday night in the death of sex worker Cindy Gladue at the Yellowhead Inn four years ago.

Edmonton man acquitted of Canada Day murder

A grainy Edmonton Transit video that captured a fatal stabbing on Canada Day two years ago could have been a key factor in acquitting Augustine Poitras of the crime, his defence lawyer said on Friday.

Dino Bottos Addresses Media after Jury Acquits Augustine Poitras of 2nd Degree Murder

A jury found an Edmonton man not guilty of second-degree murder Friday in the fatal stabbing of Shane Howarth on Canada Day 2009.

Man accused of killing child in patio crash granted bail

Emotions ran high in a packed Edmonton courthouse Friday as Richard Suter, accused of causing a crash into a restaurant patio that killed a young boy, was granted bail.