In the recent court proceedings at provincial court in St. John’s, another individual testified against Tony Humby, who is facing 72 charges of sexual violence involving 11 youths. The witness revealed that he had multiple sexual encounters with Humby while he was a teenager, occurring around 12 to 15 times, all while he was under the influence of alcohol.
The encounters began when the witness was approximately 13 years old and continued until he was 17, with Humby being in his late 40s to early 50s during the alleged incidents. The witness expressed reluctance in being a part of the trial, expressing regret in sharing his story with the authorities.
The Crown prosecutor, Deidre Badcock, questioned the witness about his experience after reporting the incidents to the police. The witness described the experience as extremely traumatizing, stating that it had a profound impact on him, altering his life irreversibly.
The witness emphasized that his intention was not to press charges but rather to support other victims by sharing his story with the authorities. He described Humby and his accomplice, Bruce Escott, as sexual predators who preyed on vulnerable youths for their own gain.
During cross-examination by defence lawyer Mark Gruchy, the witness was questioned about his recollection of events and previous statements made to the police. Despite facing scrutiny, the witness stood by his account and refuted any attempts to discredit his testimony.
The trial is set to resume later this month after a brief hiatus, with Humby facing a total of 89 charges, including 72 counts of sexual violence involving 11 youths. Additional charges related to trafficking and sexual assault have also been filed against Humby, with the trial expected to continue over the coming months.
If you require immediate assistance or are in danger, please contact emergency services. Support services can also be found through local crisis lines and organizations such as the Ending Sexual Violence Association of Canada.
