Preliminary hearing for William Sandeson to wrap up Friday

The preliminary hearing for a Halifax man charged with murdering a fellow Dalhousie University student is scheduled to wrap up Friday.

William Sandeson is accused of first-degree murder in the death of Taylor Samson, who went missing in August. Despite numerous searches by police, Samson’s remains have never been located.

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Sandeson’s hearing has lasted nearly three weeks, with more than a dozen witnesses taking the stand.

Because there is a publication ban in place, we can not report the details of who testified at the hearing or what evidence was presented.

The judge presiding over the hearing will make a determination whether or not there is enough evidence for the case to proceed to trial on March 29.

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