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With pre-sentence custody of 42 months, Jonathan Yellowhead, found guilty of manslaughter, will serve one year and 10 months in custody for the 2018 death of 17-year-old Braiden Jacob
Defense counsel is calling for a sentence of three to five years for Jonathan Yellowhead, who was found guilty of manslaughter for his role in the 2018 death of 17-year-old Braiden Jacob
The dangerous offender assessment was sought by the Crown following Yellowhead pleading guilty to aggravated assault for an attack on another inmate at the Thunder Bay District Jail
Justice Bonnie Warkentin determined the evidence showed Jonathan Yellowhead assaulted 17-year-old Braiden Jacob in Chapples Park on Dec. 6, 2018 and the resulting injuries were a contributing factor in his death