World juniors players pre-trial proceedings continue in London

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The sexual assault case involving five former Canadian World Junior hockey players was back in court as the trial date draws near.

The pre-trial was dealt with this afternoon via zoom at the London courthouse, however a ban on publication was placed any issues discussed during the proceedings.

The five players were charged in connection with an alleged sexual assault involving a woman at a downtown London hotel room in the summer of 2018.

The matter is expected to be back in assignment court on August 13 when a possible trial date may be selected.

Legal representation for all five men have publicly declared their innocence.