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A guilty verdict, and a community can begin to heal

A guilty verdict, and a community can begin to heal

FromThe Big Story


A guilty verdict, and a community can begin to heal

FromThe Big Story

ratings:
Length:
27 minutes
Released:
Nov 21, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In June 2021, Nathaniel Veltman intentionally ran his truck into the Afzaal family, who were simply out for a walk. All but one member of the family was killed, and Veltman later said he did it because he was looking for Muslims to run over. Last week, Veltman was quickly found guilty of four counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder.His trial, the first in Canada to officially associate terrorism with white supremacy, offered a glimpse into where he found his hatred, how it twisted him, and how similar attacks might be prevented. His sentencing may also indicate just how the courts will treat terrorism charges in cases like these going forward.GUEST: Wendy Gillis, crime reporter, The Toronto Star
Released:
Nov 21, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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An in-depth look at the issues, culture and personalities shaping Canada today.