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Josh Benoit Murder Trial Begins: Not Guilty Plea

2/10/2026

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  • The murder trial of Josh Benoit began in Winnipeg on February 10, 2026.
  • Benoit pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder, and proceedings are set for three weeks.
  • Mackaylah Gerard-Roussin, 20, was last seen August 25, 2022; her body was found days later near Woodridge, Manitoba.
  • Benoit's father testified he found the body in his son's car.
  • Police arrested Benoit after a 911 call reported his flight and a vehicle fire.