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James And Perry Murder Case Essay

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He was found guilty because of a murder case of his friend Perry. The evidence that convicted James was three hair samples that found in James 's van, the RCMP said they were Harder 's. But before James’s arrest, he committed a crime along with his friend Perry. They were running a “chop shop,” they cut apart stolen vehicles and sold the parts. In November 1989, the police arrested both James and Perry. The two were charged with various criminal offences, including possession of stolen property. Perry decided to plead guilty to some of his charges, in exchange for shorter prison. But afterwards, the Crown would not proceed on the similar charges against James. However, the charges against James were dropped because Perry went missing and

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