Alberta man Richard Robert Mantha, accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting six women, is deemed fit to stand trial after a May stroke.

Richard Robert Mantha, an Alberta man accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting six women, has been deemed fit to stand trial following a stroke in May. He faces 20 charges, including kidnapping and sexual assault. Despite reduced verbal skills, a psychiatrist concluded he can communicate in writing. His lawyer is requesting a fitness hearing due to concerns about Mantha's ability to communicate effectively with his counsel. The trial is set to resume in November.