QUEBEC — A Canadian soldier facing a military tribunal for an alleged sexual assault has pleaded not guilty to the charge.
Warrant officer Andre Gagnon entered the plea at the opening of a court martial that began today in Quebec City.
Breaking news from Canada and around the world
sent to your email, as it happens.
Gagnon faces one count of sexual assault and is charged under the National Defence Act.
The offence is alleged to have taken place in December 2011 at or near the Regiment de la Chaudiere armoury in Levis, Que.
The public hearing is taking place at the St-Malo Armoury.
More on Canada
- Budget 2024 failed to spark ‘political reboot’ for Liberals, polling suggests
- Train goes up in flames while rolling through London, Ont. Here’s what we know
- Peel police chief met Sri Lankan officer a court says ‘participated’ in torture
- Wrong remains sent to ‘exhausted’ Canadian family after death on Cuba vacation
Comments