Trial begins for man accused in death of Barrhaven crossing guard | Unpublished
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Publication Date: June 22, 2026 - 18:07

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Trial begins for man accused in death of Barrhaven crossing guard

June 22, 2026

The trial has begun for Xzander Wright, the man accused of dangerous driving in the death of Barrhaven crossing guard Peter Clark. Wright has pleaded not guilty to that charge. CBC's Matthew Kupfer reports.



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