Sexual assault charges against Alberta spiritual leader and wife stayed | Globalnews.ca

April 17, 2026
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Sexual assault charges against Alberta spiritual leader and wife stayed  | Globalnews.ca

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The Alberta crown prosecutors office has decided not to proceed with sexual assault charges against self-style spiritual leader Johannes (John) de Ruiter and his wife.

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