Murder of Megan Gallagher: trial begins for two accused

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The trial of two Saskatchewan women charged with first-degree murder in the Megan Gallagher case begins in Saskatoon. Both women have pleaded not guilty.

Megan Gallagher, a 30-year-old mother, disappeared more than four years ago. in Saskatoon. She was last seen alive leaving her friend’s house on September 19, 2020. Two years later, her body was found in the South Saskatchewan River.

Megan Gallagher’s family spent these years searching for her and organizing annual walks to raise awareness of her disappearance.

Evidence and witnesses are expected to be called at the end of the month in the trial, which is expected to last 39 days. The two women are among nine people who have been indicted on various charges in Megan Gallagher’s case, including four for murder.

Robert Thomas, a 29-year-old Saskatchewan man, was convicted of second-degree murder in connection with the case last December.

Another Saskatchewan man will also face first-degree murder charges next fall. In this case, Judge Daryl Labach notably prohibited the publication of all of the statements to ensure a fair trial for the other accused.

According to information from Dan Zakreski