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Retired RNC Officer Renounces 2007 Decision Not to Charge as Humby Trial Hears Testimony

The complainant said he reported the alleged assault as a teen but felt police did not listen.

Anthony Humby is led out of a provincial court room in St. John's, N.L., on March 19, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sarah Smellie
Defence lawyer Mark Gruchy (left) hands Tony Humby a glass of water as Humby’s provincial court trial gets underway in St. John’s, Aug. 27, 2025.
Tony Humby is led into court at the start of his trial Aug. 27, 2025.

Overview

  • The former sergeant, Corinne James, testified she no longer supports her 2007 decision after reassessing the file and noting changes in how sexual assault cases are investigated.
  • The man who first complained in 2007 testified about alleged abuse when he was 15 or 16 and described contacting police that night.
  • Defense lawyer Mark Gruchy challenged the witness on differences between his 2023 police statement and his in‑court account, which the witness attributed to recalling details over time.
  • Anthony Humby was arrested in 2023 and is on trial for more than 70 offences involving youth and a dozen alleged victims.
  • Court heard that weeks after the 2007 complaint, police encountered Humby driving late at night with three teens, including a 13‑year‑old, and no charges were laid.