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Former Okanagan Man Guilty of Historical Sexual Offences Against Minor
Justice Gregory Koturbash found James Bruce Strang guilty on all counts after rejecting his testimony and ordering a presentencing report on recidivism risk.
- On June 4, Justice Gregory Koturbash convicted James Bruce Strang of three sexual offences involving a minor, concluding a four-day trial regarding incidents from the early 2000s.
- Strang engaged in grooming behavior at a Super pool, using "dares" and coins to reward the complainant, escalating to forced sexual penetration without warning.
- The complainant testified Strang threatened her with Child Protective Services to ensure silence; Justice Koturbash found her accounts consistent and believable, deeming his denial unbelievable.
- Justice Koturbash ordered a presentencing report with a psychological component focused on recidivism risks; sentencing for the Hope resident will be scheduled later this year.
- Court records indicate Strang was previously convicted in Victoria in 1998 of sexual offences; those seeking help can contact the Helpline for Children at 1-877-631-8282.
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