The assault trial for the director of a private Christian school in Saskatoon has been delayed until 2025. The trial was originally scheduled to begin in January 2022, but has now been pushed back due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The director, whose name has not been released, is facing charges of assault and uttering threats against a former student. The alleged incidents occurred between 2016 and 2018, when the student was attending the school.
The trial was initially set to take place in January 2022, but due to the current backlog of court cases caused by the pandemic, it has been rescheduled for March 2025. This delay has caused frustration for the victim and their family, who have been waiting for justice for several years.
The victim’s lawyer, who also cannot be named due to a publication ban, expressed disappointment in the delay, stating that it is a “significant setback” for their client. They also added that the delay will have a negative impact on the victim’s mental health and well-being.
The defense lawyer for the director argued that the delay was necessary due to the complexity of the case and the need for more time to prepare. They also stated that the pandemic has made it difficult to gather evidence and conduct interviews.
The director has been released on bail and is not allowed to have any contact with the victim or their family. The school has also released a statement, stating that they are cooperating with the authorities and taking the allegations seriously.
The trial is now set to begin on March 2025, with a pre-trial conference scheduled for December 2024. The victim and their family will have to wait even longer for justice, as the legal system continues to grapple with the effects of the pandemic.
