Alberta Premier Danielle Smith supports jury's verdict convicting Coutts border blockade leaders, acquitted of conspiracy to commit murder.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith expressed support for the jury's verdict convicting Anthony Olienick and Chris Carbert for their roles in the 2022 Coutts border blockade. The men received 6.5-year prison sentences for mischief and weapon possession but were acquitted of conspiracy to commit murder. Smith highlighted the importance of respecting the jury system, despite her previous sympathy for COVID protesters.

September 12, 2024
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