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flag An Edmonton man faces 36 charges of child abuse, seeking trial delay after firing his lawyer, while the Crown warns delays could harm traumatized victims.

flag An Edmonton man accused of abusing seven children fired his lawyer on the morning of his Feb. 23, 2026, trial and is seeking a delay to secure new representation, citing inability to review video evidence and concerns about a rushed defense. flag The Crown opposes the adjournment, warning delays could harm young victims—under 13 at the time of arrest—still recovering from trauma. flag The case, now with 36 charges including assault and strangulation, was originally over 100 counts. flag Justice Maureen McGuire allowed the accused until Thursday to formally request a delay, balancing his right to a fair trial with public interest and potential witness credibility issues. flag Charges against other family members have been dropped or amended.

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