documentary on Allan Legere, The Nighttime Podcast episode on Allan Legere, The Crime Stories episode on Allan Legere, The this is MONSTERS episode on Allan Legere, June 21, 1986, Black River Bridge, New Brunswick, Canada: The Glendenning couple convenience store robbery and attack, May 3, 1989, Dr. Georges L. Dumont Regional Hospital, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada: The hospital escape, May 3-November 24, 1989, Miramichi, New Brunswick, Canada: Numerous unspecified carjacking, vehicle thefts, and assaults, May 29, 1989, Chatham, New Brunswick, Canada: The Flam sisters, October 13, 1989, Newcastle, New Brunswick, Canada: The Daughney sisters, November 16, 1989, Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Chatham Head, New Burnswick, Canada: Reverend James Smith, 69. Early life [ edit] Allan Joseph Legere was born in Chatham Head, New Brunswick. prison. He became known as the "Monster of the Miramichi," the provincial region where he carried out his murderous rampage. Legere commandeered a vehicle and found his way back to the Miramichi, hiding in the forests and stealing food to survive as a massive police manhunt attempted to locate him. serial killer dead at 52. Sudbury Police are investigating after an 89-year-old man was robbed of $800 in cash last Friday in the citys downtown core. During his hearing, Legere made a number of remarks critical of Rick MacLean, the former editor of the Miramichi Leader who documented the murderer's violence in the weekly newspaper and in two books he co-wrote. Then on the night of 23 November in Saint John, Legere hijacked a taxi at gunpoint Prisoners like Legere who have received life sentences can be refusedparole by the board and have no mandatory release date. The appeal division says the board denied parole based on Allan Legere's violent criminal history and risk to reoffend. A 31-year-old Toronto man is facing nearly 100 charges in connection with an investigation into the luring and sexual assault of underage victims, including a seven year old, throughout Ontario. The parole board has a responsibility to ensure the community is protected, he said in an interview on Monday. community recalls a reign of terror. Director Tom Weller Stars Christopher Slade (voice) presentation-ready copies of Toronto Star content for distribution "The victim harm is still felt to this day and you have a number of outstanding issues.". In 2015, he was transferred to the maximum-security Edmonton Institution in Alberta. Comments may take up to an hour for moderation before appearing on the site. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. (CBC) Allan Legere plotted a fresh escape the. A parole board rejected Allan Legere's request for supervised release Wednesday. Canada Bid by Allan Legere for parole prompts debate over . Known as the "Monster of the Miramichi," Legere became the object of one of the most intense manhunts in modern Canadian police history. The convicted murderer, rapist and arsonist, who will turn 73 in February, escaped from custody on May 3, 1989 after being convicted of murder. Allan Legere, also known as The Monster of the Miramichi, is a Canadian serial rapist, arsonist, robber-turned- serial killer, and serial abductor most notoriously known from an escape from custody and a resulting killing spree that lasted months before Legere was recaptured. John was beaten to death, and Mary was beaten and raped by the three attackers before the group fled. His trial for the murders began with an indictment in November of that year. If you do not yet have a Torstar account, you can create one now (it is free), Copyright owned or licensed by Toronto Star Newspapers Limited. Allan Joseph Legere (born February 13, 1948), also known as the Monster of the Miramichi, is a Canadian rapist, arsonist, and serial killer. Weather warnings issued in the Maritimes ahead of Thursday snow, Expanding breach: Blue Cross customers being warned about Sobeys hack, Verbal abuse goes too far for Cape Breton hockey officials, New legislation allows N.B. In a decision dated July 7 and released Monday, the appeal division of the Parole Board upheld the January ruling. He answered questions at length for close to four hours, saying he doesn't understand why the community can't forgive him. was often direct violence, most often beating, but also stabbing and strangulation. Allan grew up in a poor family, with the absence of a father. The police identified and arrested the three robbers and attackers shortly there after; while Matchett took a guilty plea to murder and assault, Legere and Curtis were convicted on their charges in court. 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This copy is for your personal non-commercial use only. Gomke lost control of the vehicle and ploughed into a snowbank. The parole boards decision, released Monday night, said that after his 2015 transfer to Western Canada, Legeres behaviour continued to be problematic, though it said his violence decreased and he managed at times to successfully participate in institutional employment programs. The Government of Saskatchewan has reached an agreement-in-principle with the federal government on health care funding. A welcome email is on its way. A B.C. "In regards to the 1991 attempt, file information relays that your plan to escape custody included an intention of taking a female staff hostage.". On the morning of 24 November, police stopped the truck A CTV News Kitchener reporter has been struck and seriously injured while covering a crash just south of Guelph, Ont. The Parole Board of Canada said the man dubbed "the Monster of the Miramichi" remains an "untreated sexual offender and violent offender. Legere's horrific crime spree more than 30 years ago included four brutal murders. Toronto Star articles, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com, Conversations are opinions of our readers and are subject to the, The Toronto Star and thestar.com, each property of Toronto Star duplicated that of the Flam murder. When asked if he considers himself a violent person, Legere said no. Legere was transferred from super maximum security to maximum security in 2015. further violent incidents. time of his escape from custody. The journalism instructor at Holland College in Prince Edward Island said his research led him to conclude Legere is among a small subset of psychopathic serial killers who can construct stories to manipulate others to believe theyve changed. In 1989, Allan Legere was serving a life sentence for the murder of an elderly shopkeeper in a rural part of New Brunswick, Canadauntil he escaped. The board takes note that you have hidden contraband in your television in the past, and it is concerning that this behaviour has persisted over time.. He answered some yes/no questions with 15 minutes of rambling and refused to keep his answers short and focused on the question. February 13, 1948 Please try again. Legere appeared at the virtual hearing from Edmonton, where he's being held at a maximum security prison. Hes planning to get to minimum security where you can just walk away, said Harris. It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. Legere would also steal money, cars, and other belongings from the scenes, as well as set homes on fire to destroy the crime scenes and in failed attempts to kill any living victims. The individuals he murdered were Annie Flam (May 29, 1989; during this incident, Flam's sister was also assaulted); sisters Linda and Donna Daughney (October 13, 1989; Legere set fire to the Daughney home before leaving), and Father James Smith (November 16, 1989). HALIFAX -- Allan Legere plotted a fresh escape the year he was convicted of a series of brutal killings that had created panic in Miramichi, N.B., according to a written decision denying him. The convicted murderer, rapist and arsonist famously escaped from custody on May 3, 1989, while serving a life sentence for the murder of store owner John Glendenning during a 1986 robbery. Another major detour is about to take shape for those who travel to or through downtown London, Ont. Meanwhile, Mercer had reached an emergency telephone. Police have not identified a suspect after an arsonist forced a Nanaimo-area Walmart Supercentre to close for several days. The decision took issue with Legeres claims he hadnt committed violence and with his argument that he was ready to be transferred to a lower-security prison. On May 3, 1989, Legere was transported by CSC personnel from the penitentiary to the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont Regional Hospital[3] in Moncton, New Brunswick, for the treatment of an ear infection. Many of the women Legere attacked were also raped, and some women were left for dead only to live after the assaults. City Hall has disclosed that 622 municipal workers earned over $100,000 in 2022. Allan Legere, also known as The Monster of the Miramichi, is a Canadian serial rapist, arsonist, robber-turned-serial killer, and serial abductor most notoriously known from an escape from custody and a resulting killing spree that lasted months before Legere was recaptured. Yet, even when he was imprisoned at the maximum security Atlantic Institution following his 1991 conviction, Legere appeared to keep plotting how he could get away. The board also had to considerthe future, including Legere'srelease plan, what supports he would have,and how his risk would be managed in the community. They can sit in wait for years. 365 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3L4. He escaped during a medical visit to Moncton, undoing his shackles and fleeing his guards. (CBC) A parole board rejected Allan Legere's request for supervised release Wednesday. The board takes note that you have hidden contraband in your television in the past, and it is concerning that this behaviour has persisted over time.. Our team will be reviewing your submission and get back to you with any further questions. Harris said this also fits a pattern of past practice of Legere using the television for improper purposes. The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation says it is returning $200,000 it received seven years ago after a media report alleged a potential connection to Beijing. Legere surrendered without a struggle. By the time of Legeres 1991 trials for the Flam, Daughney and Smith murders, the DNA laboratory in Toronto was in service. The verdict was handed down in 1991. In addition, board members consider the inmates behaviour in prison, along with their release plan, their supports in the community and how any risks are to be managed. We ask you to keep your comments relevant and respectful. Childhood Allan Joseph Legere was born in Chatham, New Brunswick. 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He said several times he didn't expect parole but would like a chance to pursue programs for his rehabilitation at a medium security prison. It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. "More recently, in May 2019, a weapon was found in your television during an X-ray. Legere's trial featured the first Canadian uses of DNA profiling to convict rather than exonerate;[5] in November 1991, Legere was convicted of the murders committed while he had been at large. Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have been asked to vacate their home in Britain, suggesting a further fraying of ties with the Royal Family amid preparations for the coronation of King Charles III. Apprehended During his hearing last week, Legere didnt accept responsibility for the beating deaths, saying others committed them; he blamed alcohol for his actions in tying up and sexually assaulting a woman, and he said he expected victims families to forgive him and move on. Legere's final confirmed murder is on November 16 of James Smith, a priest who was killed in the rectory of his own church, the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Chatham Hill. Note: Legere has been suspected of numerous additional assaults, robberies, and auto thefts, though most haven't been confirmed, and thus Legere was never charged. Legere would kill men when seeing them as obstacles or witnesses. Mr. Legere created panic in the Miramichi area as he carried out four more brutal murders, several arsons and a sexual assault before being recaptured on Nov. 24, 1989. As Allan Legere parole hearing approaches, N.B. Additional RCMP officers joined the manhunt. community recalls a reign of terror, Convicted killer, accomplice to infamous N.B. assailant broke into the Newcastle home of senior couple Edwin and Evangeline Russell and viciously assaulted them. He picked the locks on his handcuffs and leg shackles and emerged with a homemade knife that he had concealed on his person. She eventually pulled into a First murder [ edit] A Digital Archive Relating to the Crimes, Capture and Trial of the Killer Known as the "Monster of the Miramichi." Modus Operandi The decision also contains new details of an escape attempt not widely known in the past. 2023 Yet, even when he was imprisoned at the maximum security Atlantic Institution in Renous following his 1991 conviction, Legere appeared to keep plotting how he could get away. to go into the lavatory unsupervised. During his parole hearing last week, Legere didnt accept responsibility for the beating deaths, saying others committed them, and he blamed alcohol for his actions in tying up and sexually assaulting a woman. In 2015, Legere waived his right to a parole hearing that had been tentatively scheduled to take place, after a high-profile letter writing campaign from the community opposing his release. Allan Legere leaves court as he waits for jurors in his murder trial to return a verdict in Burton, N.B. He said he's a "different man now," but denied killing two of the four people he was found guilty of killing. June 21, 1986-November 24, 1989 Ongoing concerns in this domain, at this stage in your sentence, is a clear demonstration of your entrenched and ongoing issues with managing thinking patterns that support risky sexual and violent behaviours. Matchett pleaded guilty to murdering John Glendenning and brutally beating his wife; Curtis and Legere were convicted at trial.[2]. 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