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Brittany Jno-Baptiste has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of manslaughter in relation to the 2021 killing of Jane Finch.
Jno Baptiste was initially charged with murder but pleaded not guilty and has been on trial for the last few weeks.
During her trial she admitted to killing the Picadilly woman but claimed she was hallucinating.
Some evidence presented also supported that claim.
Today following advice from her Attorney Wendel Alexander she admitted to manslaughter by way of dimished responsibility.
Sixty-six-year-old Finch was stabbed to death with a pliers at her Piccadilly home on October 4, 2021.
It’s really tragic to see lives end like this. I hope the families find some peace moving forward.
Manslaughter seems like a more fitting charge given the circumstances. It’s heartbreaking to think about what led to this tragedy
Hearing that she was halucinating makes you wonder what was going on in ner mind. Mental health is still so stigmatized and we need more conversations
Sometimes we forget the human aspect in these cases. It’s a sad story for everyone involved, not just the victim
It’s a difficult outcome but at least there some recognition of her mental state. This case raises lots of questions about justice and responsibility
I can’t imagine the pain both families are going through. Mental health issues are so complex, and it’s good to see it acknowledged in the courtroom.
It’s insane how quickly a situation can escalate. I hope this brings attention to the importance of mental health support.