Peter Nygard Sentenced to 11 Years for Sexual Assault
The Sentencing of Peter Nygard
Former Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard was sentenced Monday to 11 years in prison after being found guilty of sexually assaulting four women. The judge described Nygard, 83, as a sexual predator, emphasizing his lack of empathy towards the victims.
Details of the Case
Justice Robert Goldstein noted that one of the victims was only 16 years old during the assault, which occurred in Nygard’s Toronto offices. Nygard was previously convicted on four counts of sexual assault while being acquitted on additional charges.
- Convicted of four counts of sexual assault.
- Sentenced to 11 years, with parole eligibility in two years.
- Nygard's crimes span decades, with allegations from the 1980s to mid-2000s.
Health Issues and Sentence Fairness
Nygard’s lawyer argued for a six-year term due to his age and health concerns, citing conditions such as Type 2 diabetes. However, Judge Goldstein denied this request, insisting that Nygard had been receiving favorable treatment while in custody.
Impact on Nygard's Legacy
Once a successful business owner, Nygard founded a prominent fashion brand in Winnipeg. His company, however, faced bankruptcy following allegations and legal troubles. Nygard’s saga serves as a cautionary tale of a ‘successful story gone very wrong’.
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