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New trial ordered for man found guilty of murder in Quebec City Halloween sword attacks

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Last updated: 2026/03/31 at 12:59 PM
Press Room Published March 31, 2026
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In a decision rendered Tuesday, the Quebec Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial for Carl Girouard, the man who was found guilty of first-degree murder following the Quebec City sword attacks on Halloween night in 2020.

Quebec Court of Appeal ordered a new trial for Carl Girouard

CBC News · Posted: Mar 31, 2026 12:48 PM EDT | Last Updated: 10 minutes ago

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Carl Girouard’s trial, for which an illustration can be seen here, was overseen by Quebec Superior Court Justice Richard Grenier. (Illustration by Hbé)

In a decision rendered Tuesday, the Quebec Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial for Carl Girouard, the man who was found guilty of first-degree murder following the Quebec City sword attacks on Halloween night in 2020.

Two people were killed and five were injured in the attacks.

This is a breaking news story. More to come.

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