NB Men Cleared of 1983 Murder Hope Trudeau’s Interest in Case Spurs Compensation

Published on January 18, 2024

Two men recently acquitted of a 1983 murder for which they served lengthy prison terms say they appreciate the prime minister taking an interest in their case. Robert Mailman, 76, and his friend, Walter Gillespie, 80, now hope Justin Trudeau’s words translate into action—and that they can get compensated to spend the rest of their lives in peace and financial security. The matter is especially pressing for Mr. Mailman, who has terminal liver cancer. “I hope he follows through (with) what he said on the TV,” Mr. Mailman said, in reference to a news conference in Saint John on Wednesday during which Mr. Trudeau told reporters the federal government is taking the case “extremely seriously.”...

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