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Sentencing ongoing for man convicted of disturbing London Pride event

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A man was arrested and charged with criminal offences after what London Police call a “large physical disturbance” during the Wortley Pride Festival on July 16, 2022. (Source: Jason Plant)

The case against the man convicted of disrupting a London Pride event two years ago will be back in court next week.

Richard Sillers, 38, was found guilty on a weapons charge back in March.

It was described in court as a ‘Canadian flag on a stick.’

Sillers was charged after he drove his vehicle through Wortley Village during a drag queen story-time event in July 2022.

During sentencing submissions Thursday, the Crown asked for 90 days in jail and 18-months probation.

The defence is requesting an absolute discharge.