Family of accused murderer releases statement

Scott Spencer, Gerald Stanley’s defence lawyer, sent a written release to media on behalf of his family.

“The Stanley family wishes to express condolences to the family of ColtenBoushie. His death is a tragedy. 

A number of media outlets have contacted the Stanley family seeking their side of the story.

While the circumstances of the incident are not as simple as many media reports have portrayed, the Stanley family will reserve comment until completion of the criminal process.