Craig Gibson, a 30-year-old former British soldier, was sentenced to more than four years for the manslaughter of 38-year-old Brett Sheffield, who was fatally injured during an altercation in a Toronto bar. Ontario Superior Court Justice Katherine Corrick emphasized the nature of the incident as a 'vicious assault,' noting that Sheffield was struck without warning and was unable to defend himself. The conflict arose following a confrontation over cocaine use. Gibson, who had a decorated military background but was dishonorably discharged, was also captured on video drinking heavily with Sheffield before the tragic event occurred.
Justice Katherine Corrick described the fatal incident in the bar as a 'vicious assault with tragic consequences,' highlighting the severe nature of the attack.
Gibson was captured on video socializing and drinking copiously with Sheffield before a dispute led to a fatal violent encounter.
Corrick noted that Sheffield was in no position to defend himself, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of the violence initiated by Gibson.
The jury rejected Gibson's self-defense claim, ultimately convicting him of manslaughter for the death of Sheffield.
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