When did the LCBO parking lot murder occur and what was the sentence?

The murder happened on October 25, 2020, and Michael Roberts was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 14 years before parole eligibility.

What caused the fatal dispute at the Toronto LCBO?

The fatal dispute began as an argument over social distancing protocols inside the LCBO store, which escalated into a shooting in the parking lot.

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Toronto Man Gets Life Sentence for LCBO Parking Lot Murder

Q: Who was sentenced to life in prison for the Toronto LCBO parking lot murder?

Michael Roberts, 25, was sentenced to life in prison for the second-degree murder of Jakob Sudomericky.

31 Jan

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Summary

Michael Roberts sentenced to life in prison for 2020 murder.
He won't be eligible for parole until he serves 14 years minimum.
The killing stemmed from a dispute over social distancing at an LCBO.

Toronto Man Gets Life Sentence for LCBO Parking Lot Murder

A Toronto man, Michael Roberts, aged 25, has been sentenced to life in prison for the second-degree murder of Jakob Sudomericky. The sentencing took place on Friday in Ontario Superior Court. Roberts will be eligible for parole only after serving a minimum of 14 years.

The tragic incident occurred on October 25, 2020, in the parking lot of an LCBO in the Danforth Village area. Roberts and Sudomericky, who were strangers, had a disagreement inside the store concerning social distancing protocols.

Following the argument, Roberts pursued Sudomericky into the parking lot and fatally shot him in the lower back. The murder took place in broad daylight and was witnessed by others. Sudomericky's friends and family submitted victim impact statements, detailing the profound devastation caused by his death.