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Murder Charges Filed in Ontario Torture Case Involving LL

3/31/2026

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Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney face murder charges in Ontario for alleged torture and neglect of LL.
Prosecutors say they exchanged texts about harming LL before his death in December 2022.
Witnesses described filthy conditions, LL often covered in vomit, and wearing wetsuits and helmets.
The defense says their actions were in LL's best interests, and professionals had not raised concerns.

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Story summary

Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney face murder charges in Ontario for alleged torture and neglect of LL.
Prosecutors say they exchanged texts about harming LL before his death in December 2022.
Witnesses described filthy conditions, LL often covered in vomit, and wearing wetsuits and helmets.
The defense says their actions were in LL's best interests, and professionals had not raised concerns.