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Peter Nygard's charges stayed in Winnipeg sexual assault case

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A judge has stayed all charges in the Winnipeg sexual assault case against disgraced fashion mogul Peter Nygard, finding his Charter right to a fair trial was breached by police failing to retain records related to allegations stemming from the 1990s.

Breakdown
  • A judge stayed sexual assault charges against Peter Nygard in Winnipeg due to police failing to keep records. 6s
  • The missing records related to police interviews with the complainant from an alleged 1993 incident. 22s
  • The judge highlighted the need for improved police record-keeping in sexual assault cases. 1m 2s
  • Authorities are reviewing the decision to consider a possible appeal. 1m 27s
  • Nygard is serving time for other sexual assault convictions and faces additional charges in Montreal. 1m 35s
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