Matthew Foerster was convicted of first-degree murder in the slaying of Taylor Van Diest but a new trial has now been ordered. (CBC)Foerster, who is now in his 30s, was convicted nearly three years ago in the killing of Taylor Van Diest in Armstrong, B.C. At trial, Foerster admitted he was responsible for the injuries to Van Diest but contended he was only guilty of manslaughter or second-degree murder. "I think that it's just pathetic that a judge's instructions can be picked apart like that," Van Diest said. Van Diest said she will attend Foerster's new trial and will fight to have the proceedings held in Kelowna again.

Source: CBC News March 07, 2017 22:50 UTC