Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Five Former Hockey Canada Players Acquitted in Sexual Assault Case
Five former hockey players from Canada's 2018 junior team were found not guilty of sexual assault.
The accusations were about something that happened in a hotel room after a team celebration.
The judge didn't believe the woman's story, saying it wasn't trustworthy.
The case was in the news for a while and was delayed a few times before a judge made the final decision.
The incident caused a scandal and raised questions about Hockey Canada's handling of such matters.
Five former Canadian junior hockey players were found not guilty of sexual assault.
The charges stemmed from an incident in a hotel room in London, Canada after a Hockey Canada gala.
The judge stated the complainant's evidence was not credible or reliable.
The trial began in April and faced disruptions, ultimately proceeding with a judge-alone trial.
The case garnered national attention, involving the 2018 World Junior ice hockey team.
- Who
- Five former players from Canada's 2018 World Junior ice hockey team and the complainant.
- What
- Five former hockey players were found not guilty of sexual assault.
- When
- Thursday, after a trial that began in April.
- Where
- In a hotel room in London, Canada.
- Why
- The charges stemmed from an incident that occurred after a Hockey Canada gala. The judge did not find the complainant's evidence to be credible.
Complainant's Perspective
Defendants' Perspective
Disappointment with Verdict
Complainant's Perspective
The complainant is very disappointed with the verdict and with the assessment of her honesty and reliability.
Defendants' Perspective
N/A
- Players involved
- Michael McLeod, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube, Carter Hart, and Cal Foote
- Location of Incident
- London, Canada
- Year of Incident
- 2018
- Ruling
- Not guilty
- Complainant's Lawyer
- Karen Bellehumeur
- Judge
- Justice Maria Carroccia