Overview
- Rodrick Sutherland is on trial at the Court of King’s Bench after pleading not guilty to manslaughter, unlawful confinement and indignity to human remains.
- Jurors watched an hour-long police interview in which Sutherland described finding Megan Gallagher under a blue tarp in his garage and contacting others to remove the body.
- Sutherland told police he feared gang retaliation, said he heard a “green light” was on him and repeatedly asked for protection.
- Details presented in court referenced a police working theory about gang dynamics and earlier violence involving Robert (Bobby) Thomas, without alleging a confirmed motive.
- The case follows earlier manslaughter pleas and seven-year sentences for co-accused Cheyann Peepeetuce and Summer Sky-Henry, with a publication ban in effect and the trial scheduled for 14 days.