Illegal Killings By Canadian Forces Being Probed

The original investigation spanned 16 months and reported in October, 2009. Forces officials say there was not enough evidence gathered to support laying charges. But the military says it uncovered “additional allegations” during this first probe that triggered a second investigation, called Sand Trap II, which began in October, 2009, and has yet to conclude.
The Forces in 2008 also set up a board of inquiry into the matter that continues to this day.
Scott Taylor, editor of Esprit de Corps magazine, says boards of inquiry are an effective way for the Canadian Forces to clamp down on internal talk about the investigations. “It’s almost the internal effect of a gag order. MORE HERE