A Canadian judge acquitted five former members of the 2018 World Junior Ice Hockey team of sexual assault charges, stating that the allegations were not credible. Judge Maria Carroccia's ruling led to disappointment from the complainant's lawyer, who criticized the treatment of her client and the judge's conclusions. The case raised significant concerns about the culture of sexual assault in Canadian hockey and how victims are often viewed with skepticism. The judge also noted that the complainant did not prove that her encounter was non-consensual.
Judge Maria Carroccia stated that allegations against five former members of the 2018 World Junior Ice Hockey team were not credible or reliable.
Karen Bellehumeur, lawyer for the complainant EM, expressed her disappointment with the verdict and the assessment of her client's honesty and reliability.
The trial, which centered on allegations of sexual misconduct, highlighted issues regarding the culture of sexual assault within Canadian hockey.
The court concluded the complainant failed to demonstrate that her encounter with the five men was vitiated by fear, supporting the defendants' claims.
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