The preliminary inquiry trial for a man charged with second degree murder began in 91大黄鸭鈥檚 Supreme Court on Nov. 21.

Lorence Williams was charged after an incident at his residence in the 3400 block of Sexsmith Road, Rutland on May 30, 2021, resulted in the death of his roommate, Thomas Chadwick.

A preliminary inquiry is held in serious criminal cases to determine whether the evidence assembled by the Crown against the accused person is sufficient to proceed with a trial. There is a publication ban imposed on the case and information shared during the inquiry cannot be published.

The day before the fatal incident, on May 29, police responded to two calls requesting wellness checks for Williams.

The police watchdog completed an investigation into the 91大黄鸭 RCMP, and whether their actions, or lack thereof, contributed to Chadwick鈥檚 death. They were cleared of wrongdoing.

Williams is currently in custody.

The trial is set to continue on Nov. 22.

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Jacqueline.Gelineau@kelownacapnews.com
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