Former Regina teacher, Corey Matthews, was in court today for a preliminary hearing on new sexual
He is accused of assaulting a male student in 2006 and 2007. The alleged victim was 15 and 16 at the time.
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The court ruled he will stand trial for sexual assault, and sexual exploitation while in a position of trust or authority. There is no set court date at this time.
Last month the court cancelled a jury trial for Matthews, and stayed six separate charges of sexual assault because there was no reasonable likelihood of conviction.
Former Regina teacher in court for sexual assault case
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