"While the Crown had some evidence against Mr. Rafferty, the worst aspects of the case depend almost entirely on McClintic's evidence," Calarco writes. "It was essential the trial judge give a clear, sharp warning against relying on her in the absence of substantial corroboration." The trial judge properly exercised his discretion and committed no error." His actions proven by evidence other than McClintic's testimony, such as cleaning the scene, destroying evidence and giving a false alibi, are "equally consistent with being an accessory," Calarco writes. The Crown at trial argued it didn't matter whether McClintic or Rafferty physically killed Tori — he was guilty because they acted together.

Source: CBC News October 23, 2016 17:15 UTC