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A St. John's attorney who represents one of nine prison guards formerly accused of killing an inmate says the charges laid against her client will have a lasting impact.
A Newfoundland and Labrador judge dismissed charges Friday against nine correctional officers in connection with the death of an inmate at a provincial jail in St. John's.
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — A Newfoundland and Labrador judge dismissed charges Friday against nine correctional officers in connection with the death of an inmate at a provincial jail in St. John's.
Court documents name 10 corrections officers charged for death of Jonathan Henoche Charges were sworn Friday against 10 correctional officers for the death of Jonathan Henoche at Her Majesty’s Penitentiary. Henoche was awaiting trial for murder when he died in custody in November 2019. Three corrections officers have been charged with manslaughter. They have been identified in court documents as Jason Anthony, David Constantine and Jeff Thistle. Thistle is also charged with failing to provide the necessities of life. Seven other officers have been charged with criminal negligence causing de...