The son of an Alberta couple who disappeared six years ago says a guilty verdict Thursday comes as a “huge relief.” Travis Vader was convicted of second-degree murder in the deaths of Lyle and Marie McCann.
2016-09-15 CBC – Vader’s lawyer ‘disappointed’ with ruling
Brian Beresh said he thinks the court was in error for failing to reconstruct the events surrounding the disappearance of Lyle and Marie McCann as well as Travis Vader’s role. Beresh said he will be appealing the decision.
2016-09-16 CP – Judge finds Travis Vader guilty of second-degree murder
A judge has found Travis Vader guilty of second-degree murder in the deaths of Alberta couple Lyle and Marie McCann, who vanished more than six years ago. In a rare move, video of the verdict was broadcast live from court on Thursday.
2016-09-14 Global – Edmonton media lawyer weighs in on decision to allow camera in court for Travis Vader verdict
Later this week a camera will be allowed into an Edmonton courtroom as Travis Vader learns his fate in his double first-degree murder trial. Edmonton media lawyer Matt Woodley speaks about the decision and what it means. Continue reading “2016-09-14 Global – Edmonton media lawyer weighs in on decision to allow camera in court for Travis Vader verdict”
2016-09-14 Global – Verdict in McCann murder case to be streamed live
It’s been over six year since Lyle and Marie McCann vanished from the Edmonton area. Travis Vader is charged with their murders. Thursday, the McCann family and the public will learn the verdict in his trial. For the first time in an Alberta criminal trial, the Justice’s decision will be streamed online live. Reid Fiest reports. Continue reading “2016-09-14 Global – Verdict in McCann murder case to be streamed live”
2016-09-19 Peter Sankoff – Thirty Minutes on The Vader Verdict
The Travis Vader case was telecast live in Canada, and it ended with a strange twist. The judge relied upon an unconstitutional provision to convict Vader of Murder. What will happen next? This legal primer explores the potential for a mistrial and other remedies. Is the conviction in jeopardy? Will Vader walk free? It’s all explored here. Continue reading “2016-09-19 Peter Sankoff – Thirty Minutes on The Vader Verdict”
2016-09-15 Global – Travis Vader double murder trial verdict to be delivered live on camera Thursday
More than six years after an elderly couple vanished without a trace while on a summer road trip to visit family in British Columbia, a judge will deliver his verdict Thursday in the trial of the man accused of killing them. Continue reading “2016-09-15 Global – Travis Vader double murder trial verdict to be delivered live on camera Thursday”
2016-09-16 CP – Judge outlines reasoning in finding Travis Vader guilty of murder
The judge who found Travis Vader guilty of second-degree murder says the couple he’s convicted of killing were a “target of opportunity” for a robbery. Justice Denny Thomas summarized his ruling in an Edmonton court Thursday. Continue reading “2016-09-16 CP – Judge outlines reasoning in finding Travis Vader guilty of murder”
2016-09-15 CTV – ‘Huge relief’: Family reacts to Travis Vader’s murder conviction
Lyle and Marie McCann’s son, Bret, says he is thrilled that justice has been served, and he takes joy in the legacy they left behind. Continue reading “2016-09-15 CTV – ‘Huge relief’: Family reacts to Travis Vader’s murder conviction”
2016-09-15 CBC – Son of Lyle and Marie McCann speaks ahead of Travis Vader murder ruling
Judge to rule today on whether Travis Vader killed Alberta seniors Lyle and Marie McCann , the The judge’s decision will be live streamed on CBC Edmonton’s website and Facebook page.. Continue reading “2016-09-15 CBC – Son of Lyle and Marie McCann speaks ahead of Travis Vader murder ruling”
