The Crown has decided to stay charges against a former gym teacher in Winnipeg who was accused of sexually assaulting a student.
The decision was made after the Crown reviewed all of the evidence and determined that there was not enough to proceed with the case.
The former teacher, who cannot be named due to a publication ban, was facing charges of sexual assault and sexual interference. The alleged incidents occurred between 2013 and 2015, when the student was between the ages of 12 and 14.
The Crown stated that they take all allegations of sexual assault seriously and thoroughly review all evidence before making a decision on whether to proceed with charges.
The accused teacher had been suspended from his position at the school when the allegations first came to light. He has since resigned from his position.
The school division released a statement saying that they are aware of the Crown’s decision and will continue to support the student and their family.
The student’s family has also released a statement, expressing their disappointment with the Crown’s decision and their hope that the accused will still be held accountable for his actions.
The Crown’s decision to stay charges does not mean that the accused is innocent, but rather that there is not enough evidence to proceed with a trial.
The accused teacher’s lawyer has stated that his client is relieved by the Crown’s decision and is looking forward to moving on with his life.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of thoroughly investigating all allegations of sexual assault and the need for justice to be served for victims.
