Penticton, British Columbia – Nine years have passed since the brutal murder of 26-year-old Roxanne Louie in Penticton, B.C. In memory of Louie, a march took place on Friday following a recent decision by the parole board to grant her convicted killer release.
Marty Marchand, the organizer of the march, emphasized that the event was an expression of love and respect for Louie. The march drew dozens of people, including local chiefs, drummers, and singers, making their way to the Penticton Courthouse in the afternoon.
Louie, who was visiting Penticton from Vancouver, was killed in 2015 during a dispute over the care of her three-year-old son. The convicted killer, Grace Elinor Robotti, claimed self-defense during the trial but was found guilty of second-degree murder and indignity to human remains.
Despite receiving a life sentence with no chance for full parole for 10 years, the Parole Board of Canada recently granted Robotti day parole and escorted leave, sparking shock and outrage within the community and among the victim’s family.
Marchand expressed hope that the march would bring about change in the court system and urged the Parole Board of Canada to consider the impact of their decisions on the family and friends of Roxanne Louie.
The release of Robotti has reignited conversations about the flaws in the justice system and the impact it has on the families and communities of the victims. The parole board’s decision has left many questioning the concept of a “life sentence” and reiterating the need for justice and respect for the victims and their loved ones.
In summary, the march in memory of Roxanne Louie highlighted the ongoing impact of her tragic murder and the parole board’s decision to grant her convicted killer release, sparking a renewed call for justice and an overhaul of the justice system.