Overview
- Jurors found both defendants guilty of first-degree murder and attempted murder, imposing life sentences with 25 years before parole eligibility.
- Prosecutors said the pair arranged a February 28, 2021 meeting at a remote warehouse where Tyler Pratt was killed and his pregnant partner, Jordyn Romano, was shot but survived.
- Evidence detailed premeditation that included a staged property visit, a borrowed SIM card, a blonde wig for an alibi, and plans to quickly dispose of a getaway car and other items.
- After the attack, the couple fled to Montreal, flew to Europe on fraudulent passports, and were arrested by Hungarian authorities before being returned to Canada.
- At trial, Karafa claimed self-defense and Li’s team portrayed her as naive, the judge criticized Li’s credibility, and reports noted she breached house-arrest conditions before conviction.