Archive · 27 May 2025
Hockey Canada Trial: Howden's Testimony and Hart's Consent Questioned
The Hockey Canada sexual assault trial is ongoing.
Brett Howden, a player, is being questioned about what he saw.
The lawyer for Carter Hart, who is accused of sexual assault, is questioning Howden's memory and recollections of the event, especially concerning Hart's initial consent.
The defense is also attempting to discredit his testimony.
The judge also dismissed a text message from Howden as evidence.
Howden had a head injury and now has difficulty remembering the incident.
The trial resumed in London, Ontario, involving five former members of the 2018 World Junior hockey team.
Brett Howden faced cross-examination regarding what he witnessed during the alleged incident.
Carter Hart's lawyer questioned Howden about Hart's initial hesitancy regarding the incident.
The defense challenged the reliability of Howden's memory due to a past head injury.
A text message by Howden was dismissed by the judge.
- Who
- Brett Howden, Carter Hart, and Justice Maria Carroccia are involved.
- What
- Brett Howden faced cross-examination about his observations during the alleged incident, with his memory being questioned. Carter Hart is accused of sexual assault.
- When
- The trial resumed in a London, Ontario courtroom.
- Where
- London, Ontario, courtroom; Delta Hotel, Room 209
- Why
- Howden's memory was questioned due to a past head injury and a dismissed text message.
Crown's Prosecution
Defense's Argument
Witness Testimony
Crown's Prosecution
The prosecution relies on Howden's testimony regarding the events.
Defense's Argument
The defense seeks to discredit Howden's account.
Hart's Consent
Crown's Prosecution
The prosecution may argue on the extent of Hart's consent.
Defense's Argument
The defense questions Hart's initial willingness.
- Defendant
- Carter Hart
- Witness
- Brett Howden
- Court
- London, Ontario
- Location of Incident
- Delta Hotel, Room 209
- Date of Incident
- June 19, 2018
