Murderer Granted Parole with Victim's Family's Support

In a remarkable story of redemption, Warren Glowatski, one of the two teenagers convicted of the 1997 murder of 14-year-old Reena Virk in British Columbia, Canada, was granted parole in 2010 with the support of Virk's own parents.

Glowatski, who was 16 at the time of the crime, was sentenced to life in prison for second-degree murder. However, through the restorative justice process, he was able to meet with Virk's parents, Suman and Manjit, and express his deep remorse. Surprisingly, the Virk family not only forgave Glowatski but also advocated for his parole, recognizing his efforts at rehabilitation.

After spending seven years in prison, Glowatski was granted day parole in 2007 and full parole in 2010. During his time behind bars, he participated in rehabilitation programs, spoke to at-risk youth about the dangers of bullying, and learned about his indigenous heritage. Glowatski's journey has been chronicled in the 2024 Hulu miniseries "Under the Bridge," which explored the tragic events surrounding Reena Virk's murder.

Today, Glowatski is working to make amends and raise awareness about the consequences of bullying, demonstrating the power of forgiveness and the possibility of redemption, even in the face of the most heinous crimes.