Testifying in his own defence, Cadotte said he killed Lizotte because he couldn't stand seeing his wife continue to suffer. They argued their client's judgment on the day of his wife's death was clouded by a major depression and years of suffering. Jocelyne Lizotte, left, and her sister Johanne Lizotte are seen in this undated handout photo provided by Quebec Superior Court. (Canadian Press/Handout,Quebec Superior Court) Cadotte's decision to end Lizotte's life was an act of selfishness rather than compassion, her sons said. At that hearing, Quebec Superior Court Justice Hélène Di Salvo said the sentencing will be one of the hardest decisions she's ever had to make.

Source: CBC News May 28, 2019 07:52 UTC