Indian-Origin Realtor Jailed in Canada for Abducting Boy: Court Rejects ‘Cultural Misunderstanding’ Defence

Indian-origin realtor jailed in Canada for abducting boy: Court rejects ‘cultural misunderstanding’ defence

An Indian-origin man in Canada was sentenced to 18 months for abducting a child; court rejects his ‘cultural misunderstanding’ defence.

Indian man tried to explain Ontario boy's abduction as a 'cultural misunderstanding'

A Brampton, Ont., man who abducted a nine-year-old boy has failed to convince a judge it was a “cultural misunderstanding.” Manoj Govindbalunikam, an Indian citizen who is a permanent resident of Canada, was sentenced earlier this month in Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice to 18 months in jail and three years of probation for the August 2023 abduction. “The fact that Mr. Govindbalunikam has been in Canada for more than 12 years demands that he…

Indian realtor tells Canadian judge he abducted 9-year-old boy because it’s ‘acceptable in his culture,’ begs not to be deported

"He has been a resident of Canada for too long to suggest that this was an innocent error," the judge said.

Indian-origin man convicted of abducting child in Canada faces possible deportation - The Tribune

Govindbalunikam spoke with the 9-year-old victim, offered him a fidget spinner and gave the child his business card in 2023 in Thessalon.

Indian-origin realtor jailed 18 months in Canada

Highlights:Indian-origin realtor sentenced to 18 months in Canada for abducting a 9-year-old boyCourt rejected claim that actions were a “cultural misunderstanding”Incident involved offering rides, gifts, and taking the child to a tavernJudge said accused had lived in Canada long enough to understand local lawsChild suffered lasting psychological trauma including anxiety and sleep issuesAn Indian-origin real estate agent in Canada has been sente…

Alleged Child Kidnapper's Shocking Explanation Stuns Authorities - Internewscast Journal

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