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Sentencing delayed for Cape Breton couple who sexually assaulted minor

Sentencing has been delayed for a Cape Breton couple who sexually assaulted a young girl in 2020.

Daryl and Shelley Digout were found guilty in February of sexual assault, interference and exploitation.

On Wednesday, the prosecution recommended they serve seven years in a federal prison.

But the couple claims their right to a timely trial was violated.

They are representing themselves in court, so a judge granted them three weeks to consult a lawyer.

They will appear in court again on May 27th.

  • Jacob Moore is a reporter for Acadia Broadcasting based in Halifax. He’s worked at both CBC and CTV, as well as the student newspaper at St. Thomas University. Send him any story tips at mooreja@radioabl.ca.

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