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James Cody Bryant denied bail in Tumbler Ridge shooting conspiracy case
A U.S. federal judge has denied bail to James Cody Bryant, a Bellingham, Washington, resident accused of conspiring in the February mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. Bryant faces charges of conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country.
Prosecutors allege that Bryant maintained extensive communication with the shooter, 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, and provided assistance including money, advice, and an agreement to livestream the attack. Investigators noted that Bryant allegedly had the ability to alert law enforcement but chose not to intervene. The February shooting resulted in eight deaths, including six children, and 27 injuries. Van Rootselaar died of a self-inflicted wound.
Defense attorneys argue that Bryant did not initiate the planning and instead attempted to dissuade the shooter. They noted that Bryant has no criminal record and maintains stable employment and housing. Judge Mary Alice Theiler ordered Bryant to be detained, citing concerns that no release conditions could ensure community safety.
Entities
James Cody Bryant · Jesse Van Rootselaar · Mary Alice Theiler · Melody Bryant · Neil Floyd · Tumbler Ridge · U.S. District Court · U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
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- [● 23 SOURCES] Prosecutors allege Bryant had repeated contact with shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar and provided advice, money, and agreed to livestream the attack. cowichanvalleycitizen.com · mymotherlode.com · kimberleybulletin.com · ladysmithchronicle.com · ashcroftcachecreekjournal.com · +16 more
- [● 7 SOURCES] A preliminary examination for Bryant is scheduled for October 20. cowichanvalleycitizen.com · kimberleybulletin.com · ladysmithchronicle.com · ashcroftcachecreekjournal.com · houston-today.com · +2 more
- [● 21 SOURCES] James Cody Bryant was charged with conspiracy to murder persons in a foreign country. cowichanvalleycitizen.com · kimberleybulletin.com · mymotherlode.com · www.newsday.com · chemainusvalleycourier.ca · +14 more
- [● 23 SOURCES] The shooter, Jesse Van Rootselaar, died of a self-inflicted wound. cowichanvalleycitizen.com · kimberleybulletin.com · ladysmithchronicle.com · ashcroftcachecreekjournal.com · houston-today.com · +16 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] Defense counsel noted Bryant has no criminal record and maintains stable housing and employment.
- [DISPUTED] The February shooting in Tumbler Ridge resulted in eight deaths and 27 injuries. mymotherlode.com · www.troyrecord.com · wtop.com · chemainusvalleycourier.ca · cowichanvalleycitizen.com · +15 more
- [● 3 SOURCES] Defense attorneys argue Bryant did not initiate planning and instead tried to dissuade the shooter.
- [● 30 SOURCES] Judge Mary Alice Theiler ordered James Cody Bryant to be detained and remanded in custody. cowichanvalleycitizen.com · kimberleybulletin.com · ladysmithchronicle.com · mymotherlode.com · www.brandonsun.com · +22 more