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Kelowna sex assault re-trial closes, decision still to come
Justice Richard Hewson is expected to rule by month’s end after defense and Crown disputed whether the complainant consented.
- On Nov 10, Brandon Hildebrand Acosta appeared in the Kelowna Supreme Court for the ninth and final day of his sexual assault retrial before Justice Richard Hewson.
- The alleged assault occurred on Nov 20, 2021, after Hildebrand Acosta and the complainant consumed cocaine and alcohol with friends. She testified she fell asleep before being awoken by the accused.
- Crown Catherine Rezansoff argued the accused failed to obtain consent, while Defence Andrew McKay contended the Crown had not proven the case beyond a reasonable doubt.
- Justice Richard Hewson reserved his decision, telling the court he expects to deliver his verdict by the end of the month.
- A publication ban protects the complainant's identity. Those impacted by sexual violence may contact the Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society at 763-4613 or the RCMP.
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